Description

5-Bromo-4-dodecylthiophene-2-carbaldehyde is a high-purity, functionalized thiophene derivative, a crucial building block in advanced materials science. This compound matters for its role as a key monomer and intermediate in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A critical monomer for constructing donor-acceptor (D-A) type conjugated polymers used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Polymer Research: Serves as a key intermediate in the development of novel polythiophenes and other conductive polymers with tailored electronic properties.
• Material Science: Used in the fabrication of advanced organic electronic materials for flexible displays, sensors, and printed electronics.
• Chemical Intermediate: The aldehyde and bromo functional groups make it a versatile precursor for further cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and condensation reactions.
• Photovoltaic Research: Employed in the development of new active layer materials for bulk heterojunction solar cells to improve power conversion efficiency.
• Liquid Crystal & Self-Assembly Studies: The long dodecyl chain can promote solubility and influence molecular packing, useful in studying self-assembling monolayers and liquid crystalline behavior.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4-dodecylthiophene-2-carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1029924-67-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₉BrOS
Molecular Weight	361.38 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Dodecyl-5-bromothiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 5-Bromo-4-dodecyl-2-thiophenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 5-bromo-4-dodecyl-; 5-Bromo-4-dodecylthiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-bromo-4-dodecylthiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Bromo-4-dodecylthiophene-2-carbaldehyde is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Our standard quality commitment includes comprehensive analysis via HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profile is provided with each shipment to support your critical work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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