Description

Methyl 4-Oxotetrahydrothiophene-3-Carboxylate is a versatile sulfur-containing heterocyclic building block with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical molecules and advanced organic materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of thiophene-based drug candidates, including potential enzyme inhibitors and receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that incorporate the tetrahydrothiophene scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for constructing complex heterocycles and chiral molecules in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for specialty polymers and advanced materials with unique electronic or structural properties.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Oxotetrahydrothiophene-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	2689-68-1
Molecular Formula	C6H8O3S
Molecular Weight	160.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-oxotetrahydrothiophene-3-carboxylate; 3-Carbomethoxy-4-tetrahydrothiophenone; Methyl 3-carboxy-4-oxotetrahydrothiophene; 4-Oxo-tetrahydro-thiophene-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Methoxycarbonyl-4-oxotetrahydrothiophene; Tetrahydro-4-oxothiophene-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)-4-oxotetrahydrothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Oxotetrahydrothiophene-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. We offer material suitable for research and industrial synthesis, with standard purity grades typically exceeding 95%. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each batch to ensure traceability and compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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