Description

5-Isopropylthiophene-3-Carbonyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive organic intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile acylating agent, enabling the efficient introduction of the 5-isopropylthiophene-3-carbonyl moiety into target molecules. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides that incorporate thiophene-based scaffolds.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functional polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to the thiophene core.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the development of molecular probes and labeling reagents for biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical reagent for fine chemical manufacturers offering bespoke synthesis services to clients.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental reagent in exploratory chemistry for developing new synthetic methodologies and novel compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Isopropylthiophene-3-Carbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	1160248-86-1
Molecular Formula	C9H11ClOS
Molecular Weight	202.70 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isopropylthiophene-5-carbonyl chloride; 5-(1-Methylethyl)thiophene-3-carbonyl chloride; 3-Carbonyl chloride-5-isopropylthiophene; Thiophene-3-carbonyl chloride, 5-isopropyl-; 5-Isopropyl-thiophene-3-carbonyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 5-Isopropylthiophene-3-Carbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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