Description

5'-Bromo-3'-Octyl-[2,2'-Bithiophene]-5-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, functionalized bithiophene derivative designed for advanced materials research and development. This compound serves as a critical building block in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and small molecules for organic electronic applications. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic photovoltaics (OPVs), organic field-effect transistors (OFETs), and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) who require precise molecular control to tune material properties.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A key monomer for constructing donor-acceptor (D-A) type conjugated polymers with tailored bandgaps and energy levels.
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Materials: Used in the development of novel electron-donor materials for high-efficiency solar cell active layers.
• Organic Field-Effect Transistor (OFET) Fabrication: Enables the synthesis of high-mobility p-type or ambipolar semiconducting polymers for flexible electronics.
• Chemical Sensing: Acts as a precursor for functional materials used in chemosensors due to its electron-rich thiophene backbone and reactive aldehyde group.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Research: Employed in creating emissive or charge-transporting layers for next-generation display technologies.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a versatile intermediate for exploring new π-conjugated systems and their structure-property relationships.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5'-Bromo-3'-Octyl-[2,2'-Bithiophene]-5-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1799407-28-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₁BrOS₂
Molecular Weight	385.38 g/mol
Synonyms	5'-Bromo-3'-octyl-2,2'-bithiophene-5-carboxaldehyde; 3-Octyl-5'--bromo-[2,2'-bithiophene]-5-carbaldehyde; 5-Bromo-3'-octyl-2,2'-bithiophene-5'-carbaldehyde; 5'-Bromo-3'-octyl-2,2'-bithiophene-5-carbaldehyde; Octyl-bithiophene-bromo-carbaldehyde; Bithiophene aldehyde derivative (bromo, octyl substituted); Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 5'-Bromo-3'-Octyl-[2,2'-Bithiophene]-5-Carbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive electronic applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to verify identity and purity. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert gas such as argon or nitrogen in a sealed container.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details

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