Description

Methyl 4,5-Dibromo-3-Methoxythiophene-2-Carboxylate is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its highly functionalized thiophene scaffold, which provides versatile reactivity for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is critically needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for applications such as drug discovery and the development of novel electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the thiophene moiety for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A crucial monomer or dopant in the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials for OLEDs and solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed to create novel ligands for transition metal catalysis or as a scaffold for organocatalysts, enabling new asymmetric synthesis routes.
• Chemical Research & Development: Acts as a versatile synthon in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and synthesizing complex natural product analogs.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the dibromomethoxythiophene core imparts unique color and stability properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4,5-Dibromo-3-Methoxythiophene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	175137-42-5
Molecular Formula	C7H6Br2O3S
Molecular Weight	337.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4,5-dibromo-3-methoxy-2-thiophenecarboxylate; 4,5-Dibromo-3-methoxythiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Methoxy-4,5-dibromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 4,5-dibromo-3-methoxy-, methyl ester; Methyl 3-methoxy-4,5-dibromothiophene-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 4,5-Dibromo-3-Methoxythiophene-2-Carboxylate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and scale-up applications. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as identity (IR, NMR), purity (HPLC), and residual solvent content. We are committed to meeting the specific quality requirements of our global clientele in advanced chemical sectors.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider inert atmosphere conditions to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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