Description

2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 5-[(2-Ethylhexyl)Thio]- is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiophene core functionalized with an aldehyde and a thioether side chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block for advanced chemical synthesis, particularly in the development of functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to incorporate complex sulfur-containing motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological or metabolic disorders where the thiophene scaffold is pharmacologically relevant.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of sulfur heterocycles.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating novel organic transformations.
• Fine Chemical Production: Functions as a versatile building block for synthesizing complex fragrance compounds, dyes, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 5-[(2-Ethylhexyl)Thio]-
CAS No.	1778643-92-7
Molecular Formula	C13H20OS2
Molecular Weight	256.43 g/mol
Synonyms	5-[(2-Ethylhexyl)thio]thiophene-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-[(2-ethylhexyl)thio]thiophene; 5-(2-Ethylhexylsulfanyl)thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; Thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde, 5-[(2-ethylhexyl)thio]-; 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 5-((2-ethylhexyl)thio)-; 5-((2-Ethylhexyl)thio)-2-thiophenecarboxaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 5-[(2-Ethylhexyl)Thio]- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air should be avoided. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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