Description

3-Thienylmagnesium Iodide is a highly reactive organometallic reagent, specifically a Grignard reagent, widely used for the formation of carbon-carbon bonds in complex organic synthesis. Its core value proposition lies in enabling the efficient and selective introduction of the 3-thienyl moiety into target molecules, a key structural motif in advanced materials and pharmaceuticals. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for the development of heterocyclic compounds, functional polymers, and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key building block for synthesizing thiophene-containing drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides that incorporate the thiophene ring for enhanced biological activity.
• Materials Science: Crucial reagent for creating conjugated polymers and organic electronic materials for applications in OLEDs, organic photovoltaics, and sensors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for novel heterocyclic chemistry, methodology development, and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a specialized intermediate in the custom synthesis of complex fragrance, flavor, and dye molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Thienylmagnesium Iodide
CAS No.	172035-86-8
Molecular Formula	C4H3IMgS
Molecular Weight	242.33 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Thienylmagnesium Iodide; Magnesium, iodothienyl-; 3-Thienylmagnesium Iodide solution; Thiophen-3-ylmagnesium Iodide; 3-Thienyl Grignard Reagent; 3-Thiophenylmagnesium Iodide; 3-THIENYLMAGNESIUM IODIDE; Iodo(3-thienyl)magnesium
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Quality Control

Our 3-Thienylmagnesium Iodide is produced under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for critical synthetic applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as concentration (typically supplied as a solution in THF or diethyl ether), assay, and impurity profile. We adhere to cGMP principles where applicable, and our quality systems are designed to meet the exacting standards of the pharmaceutical and advanced materials industries.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Due to its highly volatile, hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive), and easily oxidized nature, this reagent must be stored under an inert atmosphere (argon or nitrogen) at recommended temperatures, typically between 2°C and 8°C for solutions. The storage area should be cool, dry, and well-ventilated, away from sources of ignition, moisture, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance (Solution)	Brown to dark brown solution
Concentration	Typically 0.5 M to 1.0 M in THF or Et2O
Assay (Titration)	≥ 95%
Identification (IR/NMR)	Conforms to structure

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