Description

Hydroxymethyl Edot is a high-purity, functionalized 3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene (EDOT) derivative, serving as a critical monomer and building block in advanced polymer synthesis. Its value lies in enabling the precise engineering of conductive polymers with tailored properties for next-generation electronic applications. This compound is essential for R&D and production teams in the organic electronics, specialty chemicals, and advanced materials sectors seeking to develop high-performance conductive inks, antistatic coatings, and organic semiconductor layers.

Application

• Conductive Polymer Synthesis: A key monomer for producing PEDOT (poly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)) and its copolymers with enhanced solubility and processability.
• Organic Electronics: Used in the fabrication of organic thin-film transistors (OTFTs), organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and organic photovoltaic (OPV) cells.
• Conductive Inks & Coatings: Enables formulation of transparent conductive inks for printed electronics, flexible displays, and touch sensors.
• Antistatic & EMI Shielding Coatings: Basis for coatings applied to films, packaging, and components to dissipate static charge and provide electromagnetic interference shielding.
• Electrochromic Devices: Used in smart windows and displays that change color or opacity in response to an electrical stimulus.
• Biosensor Fabrication: Functionalizes electrode surfaces to improve biocompatibility and signal transduction in electrochemical biosensors.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Acts as a precursor for protective conductive polymer coatings on metals.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a versatile research chemical for exploring new functional materials and polymerization mechanisms.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Hydroxymethyl Edot
CAS No.	146796-02-3
Molecular Formula	C7H8O3S
Molecular Weight	172.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dihydrothieno[3,4-b][1,4]dioxin-5-methanol; (2,3-Dihydrothieno[3,4-b][1,4]dioxin-5-yl)methanol; Hydroxymethyl-EDOT; HM-EDOT; EDOT-OH; 5-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,3-dihydrothieno[3,4-b][1,4]dioxin; 3,4-Ethylenedioxythiophene-5-methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Hydroxymethyl Edot is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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