Description

3-(Chloromethyl)Thiophene is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring a reactive chloromethyl group attached to a thiophene ring. This compound is crucial for the synthesis of complex molecules, enabling the introduction of the thiophene moiety into target structures. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the thiophene ring contributes to biological activity.
• Functional Material Precursor: Serves as a monomer or building block for conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organic and organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry, process chemistry, and discovery chemistry in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of specialty dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(Chloromethyl)Thiophene
CAS No.	2746-23-8
Molecular Formula	C5H5ClS
Molecular Weight	132.61 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Chloromethyl)thiophene; 3-Thienylmethyl chloride; (3-Thienyl)methyl chloride; 3-Chloromethylthiophene; Thiophene-3-methanol, chloride; 3-Thiophenemethyl chloride; 3-(Chloromethyl)-1-thiophene; α-Chloro-3-thiophenemethane
EINECS	220-378-7

Quality Control

Our 3-(Chloromethyl)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC/HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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