Description

2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethylthiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized thiophene derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and heterocyclic synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with thiophene-based scaffolds.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial R&D in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethylthiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	175217-22-8
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrO2S
Molecular Weight	235.10 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4,5-dimethyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 4,5-Dimethyl-2-bromothiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 2-Bromo-4,5-dimethyl-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 2-Bromo-4,5-dimethylthiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 175217-22-8; Thiophene-3-carboxylic acid, 2-bromo-4,5-dimethyl-; 3-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 2-bromo-4,5-dimethyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-4,5-Dimethylthiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates under cGMP or ISO 9001 guidelines where applicable.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. For long-term storage, consider storage 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.