Description

2-Thiophenemethanol, 3-Nitro- (7Ci,8Ci,9Ci) CAS NO 20898-87-7 is a specialized nitro-substituted thiophene derivative, serving as a versatile and high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique structure, combining a heterocyclic thiophene ring with a nitro and a hydroxymethyl functional group, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and structural properties. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiophene and nitro motifs.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The functional groups allow for derivatization into complex ligands for metal-organic catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on heterocyclic chemistry, nitro compound transformations, and material science.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the thiophene core contributes to color and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Thiophenemethanol, 3-Nitro- (7Ci,8Ci,9Ci) CAS NO 20898-87-7
CAS No.	20898-87-7
Molecular Formula	C5H5NO3S
Molecular Weight	159.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Nitro-2-thiophenemethanol; (3-Nitro-2-thienyl)methanol; 3-Nitrothiophene-2-methanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-nitrothiophene; 3-Nitro-2-thiophenecarbinol; 3-Nitrothiophene-2-ylmethanol; 20898-87-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Thiophenemethanol, 3-Nitro- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, assay, and impurity profiles. For customers with specific purity requirements, we offer material produced under cGMP conditions suitable for pharmaceutical research and development.

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 light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤3.0%

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