Description

2-(Methylseleno)Thiophene is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a thiophene ring system, serving as a valuable synthetic building block in advanced chemical research and development. Its unique structure, incorporating both sulfur and selenium heteroatoms, makes it a critical precursor for the synthesis of novel materials and complex molecules. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting unique biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a key precursor in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Electronic Materials: A building block for synthesizing selenium-containing conjugated polymers and small molecules for use in OLEDs, OFETs, and solar cells.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis, particularly in transition metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create selenium-labeled molecules for studying protein structure, function, and interactions.
• Advanced Material Development: Investigated for creating novel chalcogen-based polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylseleno)Thiophene
CAS No.	20892-42-6
Molecular Formula	C5H6SSe
Molecular Weight	193.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylselanyl)thiophene; Thiophene, 2-(methylseleno)-; 2-Methylselenothiophene; 2-(Methylselenyl)thiophene; Methyl 2-thienyl selenide; 2-Thienylmethyl selenide
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Methylseleno)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity, potency, and impurity profiles. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes. Our commitment to cGMP principles and relevant ICH guidelines ensures the material is suitable for demanding research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is moisture-sensitive and should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent oxidation. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.