Description

(2,3,4,5,6-Pentamethylphenyl)(2-Thienyl)Methanone is a high-value, specialized organic compound featuring a unique pentamethylphenyl group linked to a thienyl ketone moiety. This structural complexity makes it a critical advanced intermediate for synthesizing sophisticated molecules in pharmaceutical and material science research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), organic electronic materials, and complex ligand systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those requiring sterically hindered aromatic systems.
• Organic Electronics Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, charge-transport materials, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its conjugated structure.
• Catalyst & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in asymmetric catalysis and organometallic chemistry.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of new-generation herbicides or fungicides with tailored properties.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in polymer modification and the creation of specialty polymers with specific thermal or electronic characteristics.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,3,4,5,6-Pentamethylphenyl)(2-Thienyl)Methanone
CAS No.	175136-70-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈OS
Molecular Weight	258.38 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thienyl(2,3,4,5,6-pentamethylphenyl)methanone; Pentamethylphenyl 2-thienyl ketone; 2,3,4,5,6-Pentamethylbenzophenone-2'-thienyl; 2-(2,3,4,5,6-Pentamethylbenzoyl)thiophene; Thiophen-2-yl(pentamethylphenyl)methanone; (2-Thienyl)(pentamethylphenyl)methanone; 175136-70-6
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (2,3,4,5,6-Pentamethylphenyl)(2-Thienyl)Methanone is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) that detail purity, identity, and impurity profiles, ensuring traceability and consistency for your critical research and development projects. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP compliance for advanced intermediate applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

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%

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