Description

2-Benzo[B]Thiopheneglyoxal Hydrate is a high-purity organic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its reactive glyoxal moiety fused to a benzothiophene core, enabling its use in the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the benzothiophene scaffold for bioactive molecule design.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the research of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials, such as organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocycles, including thienopyridines and other fused ring systems important in medicinal chemistry.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable tool for methodological studies in organic synthesis and for investigating new chemical reactions and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzo[B]Thiopheneglyoxal Hydrate
CAS No.	1172075-67-0
Molecular Formula	C10H6O3S · xH2O
Molecular Weight	206.22 (Anhydrous basis)
Synonyms	2-Benzothienylglyoxal Hydrate; 2-(2-Oxoacetyl)benzothiophene Hydrate; Benzo[b]thiophene-2-glyoxal Hydrate; 2-Benzothiopheneglyoxal Monohydrate; 2-Benzothienylglyoxal Monohydrate; 2-(Oxoacetyl)benzo[b]thiophene Hydrate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Benzo[B]Thiopheneglyoxal Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide comprehensive analytical documentation to ensure traceability and consistency for your research and development processes. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for each lot upon request.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, prolonged storage under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) is recommended for optimal long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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