Description

3-Phenylthiophene is a high-purity heterocyclic aromatic compound, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, combining phenyl and thiophene moieties, makes it an essential precursor for materials with tailored electronic and optical properties. This compound is primarily utilized by R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Core building block for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and components in OLEDs and OFETs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Intermediate in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific heterocyclic frameworks.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to create specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science Research: Fundamental monomer for developing polymers with specific thermal stability and optoelectronic characteristics.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Phenylthiophene
CAS No.	2404-87-7
Molecular Formula	C10H8S
Molecular Weight	160.24 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Phenylthiophene; Thiophene, 3-phenyl-; 3-Phenylthiofuran; m-Phenylthiophene; 3-PT; 2404-87-7; NSC 404087; 3-Phenylthiophene (stabilized)
EINECS	219-300-0

Quality Control

Our 3-Phenylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	48 - 52 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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