Description

2-Thiopheneethanamine, α-Ethyl-, (-)- is a chiral amine derivative of thiophene, a key structural motif in medicinal chemistry. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block for the synthesis of biologically active molecules, offering a unique sulfur-containing heterocyclic scaffold. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D and fine chemical synthesis laboratories for developing new drug candidates, particularly in areas like enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical chiral synthon in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Used as a chiral auxiliary or precursor in stereoselective chemical reactions to create enantiomerically pure compounds.
• Ligand Development: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specialized ligands used in catalysis and molecular recognition.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the discovery and synthesis of new crop protection agents and pesticides.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or functional component in the development of advanced polymers and electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying biological pathways and protein functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Thiopheneethanamine, α-Ethyl-, (-)-
CAS No.	138769-17-2
Molecular Formula	C8H13NS
Molecular Weight	155.26 g/mol
Synonyms	(-)-α-Ethyl-2-thiopheneethanamine; (S)-α-Ethyl-2-thiopheneethylamine; (S)-2-(2-Thienyl)-1-butanamine; (S)-1-(2-Thienyl)-2-butanamine; (S)-2-(2-Thienyl)butan-1-amine; (S)-2-(Thiophen-2-yl)butan-1-amine; 2-Thiopheneethylamine, α-ethyl-, (S)-; (S)-α-Ethyl-2-thienylethylamine
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Quality Control

Our 2-Thiopheneethanamine, α-Ethyl-, (-)- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity determination by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and specific test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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