Description

3-(3-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic compound featuring a benzoic acid core linked to a methyl-substituted thiophene ring. This unique heterocyclic structure makes it a valuable advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the development of electron-transport materials or host materials for next-generation display and lighting technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of polymers and small molecules with specific electronic or photophysical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for methodological studies in synthetic organic chemistry and for scaling up novel chemical processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(3-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	177735-13-6
Molecular Formula	C12H10O2S
Molecular Weight	218.27 g/mol
Synonyms	[3-(3-Methylthiophen-2-yl)phenyl]methanoic acid; 3-(3-Methyl-2-thienyl)benzoic Acid; Benzoic acid, 3-(3-methyl-2-thienyl)-; 2-(3-Carboxyphenyl)-3-methylthiophene; 3-(3-Methylthien-2-yl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(3-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee full traceability and compliance with your R&D or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.