Description

(2,5-Dibromothiophen-3-Yl)Methanol is a high-purity, multi-functional brominated thiophene derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the strategic placement of bromine atoms and the reactive hydroxymethyl group, enabling precise molecular construction for complex target compounds. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in constructing advanced active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging the thiophene scaffold's bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in OLEDs, OFETs, and organic photovoltaics.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The functional groups allow for the creation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for exploring new chemical space in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Functional Material Monomer: Can be polymerized or incorporated into polymers to impart specific electronic or physical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,5-Dibromothiophen-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	161490-95-5
Molecular Formula	C5H4Br2OS
Molecular Weight	271.96 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dibromothiophene; 2,5-Dibromo-3-thiophenemethanol; (2,5-Dibromo-3-thienyl)methanol; 2,5-Dibromothiophene-3-methanol; 2,5-Dibromo-3-hydroxymethylthiophene; 3-Hydroxymethyl-2,5-dibromothiophene; 2,5-Dibromo-3-thiophenecarbinol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (2,5-Dibromothiophen-3-Yl)Methanol is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity (typically ≥97% by HPLC), identity confirmation, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under GMP-like controls for research and development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to minimize exposure to moisture and atmospheric contaminants. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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