Description

3,4-Dihexylthiophene is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of alkylated thiophenes. This specialty chemical serves as a critical building block and functional material in advanced organic electronics and materials science. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and photovoltaics.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: A key monomer for synthesizing conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Photovoltaic Material: Used in the development of donor-acceptor copolymers for organic solar cells (OSCs) and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).
• Electroluminescent Material: Serves as a component in the emissive layer of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) for displays and lighting.
• Chemical Synthesis Intermediate: Acts as a versatile building block for creating more complex thiophene-based derivatives and functional materials.
• Conductive Polymer Research: Fundamental material for academic and industrial R&D into the structure-property relationships of polythiophenes.
• Sensor Technology: Used in the fabrication of chemical and biological sensors due to its tunable electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dihexylthiophene
CAS No.	122107-04-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₈S
Molecular Weight	252.46 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Bis(hexyl)thiophene; 3,4-Di-n-hexylthiophene; Thiophene, 3,4-dihexyl-; 3,4-DHT; Dihexylthiophene; 3,4-Dihexyl-thiophene; 3,4-Dihexylthiofuran (alternative spelling)
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dihexylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive electronic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of advanced materials research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.