Description

2-Bromo-3-Decylthiophene is a high-purity, specialty organic intermediate featuring a bromine-substituted thiophene ring with a long alkyl chain. This compound matters for its role as a critical building block in the synthesis of advanced conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the organic electronics, materials science, and pharmaceutical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A key monomer for constructing conjugated polymers used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Functional Material Development: Serves as a precursor for liquid crystals, electrochromic materials, and conductive polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) containing thiophene motifs.
• Chemical Research: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to create complex, tailor-made organic molecules for various applications.
• Sensor Technology: Acts as a building block for developing chemical sensors and fluorescent probes.
• Advanced Polymer Chemistry: Integral for synthesizing specialty polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-Decylthiophene
CAS No.	144012-09-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₃BrS
Molecular Weight	303.30 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Decyl-2-bromothiophene; 2-Bromo-3-n-decylthiophene; 2-Bromo-3-decylthiophene; Thiophene, 2-bromo-3-decyl-; 144012-09-9; Bromodecylthiophene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-Decylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and batch-to-batch consistency for your critical R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content	≤ 0.5%

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