Description

2-Hexylthieno[3,4-B]Thiophene is a high-purity, specialized organic semiconductor building block. This compound is critical for the development of next-generation electronic materials due to its favorable optoelectronic properties and processability. It is primarily required by researchers and manufacturers in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and advanced materials science sectors for creating high-performance devices.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A key monomer for constructing conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Materials: Serves as a donor or acceptor unit in the active layer of polymer solar cells to enhance light absorption and charge carrier mobility.
• Electroluminescent Devices: Used in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) for displays and lighting applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable intermediate for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel thiophene-based π-conjugated systems.
• Printed Electronics: Enables the formulation of conductive inks for flexible and printed electronic circuits.
• Sensor Technology: Incorporated into chemical and biological sensing platforms due to its tunable electronic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hexylthieno[3,4-B]Thiophene
CAS No.	1202695-55-3
Molecular Formula	C16H22S2
Molecular Weight	278.47 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hexylthieno[3,4-b]thiophene; 2-n-Hexylthieno[3,4-b]thiophene; Thieno[3,4-b]thiophene, 2-hexyl-; 2-Hexyl-4H-thieno[3,4-b]thiophene; HTT (common abbreviation); Donor-acceptor polymer precursor; Fused thiophene derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Hexylthieno[3,4-B]Thiophene is produced and analyzed under strict quality protocols to ensure consistency and high performance for sensitive electronic applications. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (HPLC), with tailored higher purity grades available. Comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS, is performed. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all relevant specifications is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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