Description

3,4-Ethylenedioxythiophene (EDOT) is a high-purity heterocyclic monomer that serves as the fundamental building block for conductive polymers. This compound matters because it is the key precursor for synthesizing poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene) (PEDOT), a cornerstone material in modern electronics and advanced materials science. Industries such as organic electronics, anti-static coatings, and biomedical sensors rely on its consistent quality and reactivity to develop next-generation conductive and transparent materials.

Application

• Conductive Polymer Synthesis: Primary monomer for the production of PEDOT and its derivatives.
• Organic Electronics: Essential for manufacturing organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), organic photovoltaics (OPVs), and organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Transparent Conductive Films & Coatings: Used in anti-static coatings for photographic films, display panels, and touch screens.
• Electrochemical Sensors & Biosensors: Enables the fabrication of sensitive, selective electrodes for medical and environmental monitoring.
• Capacitors & Energy Storage: Key material for solid electrolytic capacitors and supercapacitor electrodes.
• Corrosion Protection: Basis for smart anti-corrosion coatings on metals.
• Research & Development: Critical reagent in academic and industrial R&D for novel functional materials.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3,4-Ethylenedioxythiophene
CAS No.	126212-50-1
Molecular Formula	C6H6O2S
Molecular Weight	142.18 g/mol
Synonyms	EDOT; 2,3-Dihydrothieno[3,4-b][1,4]dioxine; 3,4-Ethylenedioxy-2,5-dihydrothiophene; 3,4-(Ethylenedioxy)thiophene; Baytron M; ProDOT
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Quality Control

Our 3,4-Ethylenedioxythiophene is produced under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%

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