Description

5-Hexyl-2,2:5,2-Terthiophene is a high-purity, functionalized oligothiophene derivative, a key building block in advanced organic electronic materials. Its value lies in its ability to fine-tune the optoelectronic properties of semiconducting polymers and small molecules, directly impacting device performance and efficiency. This compound is essential for R&D and production teams in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors seeking to develop next-generation electronic devices.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a critical monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and small molecules for organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Photovoltaic Material Development: Used in research and manufacturing of donor or acceptor materials for organic solar cells (OSCs) and perovskite solar cells to enhance light absorption and charge transport.
• Electroluminescent Layer Component: Incorporated into the emissive layer of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) for displays and lighting applications.
• Chemical Sensor Fabrication: Acts as an active sensing material due to its π-conjugated system, which changes conductivity upon interaction with specific analytes.
• Advanced Material Research: A fundamental compound for academic and industrial research in supramolecular chemistry, nanotechnology, and novel functional materials.
• Specialty Chemical Synthesis: Used as a tailored intermediate for creating complex, alkyl-substituted thiophene-based architectures with specific solubility and processing characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hexyl-2,2:5,2-Terthiophene
CAS No.	151271-42-0
Molecular Formula	C22H26S3
Molecular Weight	394.63 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hexyl-2,2':5',2''-Terthiophene; 5-Hexylterthiophene; 2,2':5',2''-Terthiophene, 5-hexyl-; α-Hexyl-terthiophene; 5-n-Hexyl-2,2':5',2''-terthiophene; Hexyl-terthiophene; 3-Hexyl-2,2':5',2''-terthiophene (isomeric); Oligothiophene derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Hexyl-2,2:5,2-Terthiophene is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and high purity for demanding electronic applications. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥98% (HPLC), with options for higher grades available. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to prevent potential oxidation. Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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