Description

5-(2-Thienyl)-1,3-Cyclohexanedione is a specialized organic compound featuring a thiophene moiety fused to a 1,3-cyclohexanedione core, making it a valuable synthon in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the production of complex heterocyclic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing fused heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its unique thiophene-dione structure.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a monomer or precursor for the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers or organic semiconductors.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of complex chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Functions as a starting material for the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and the exploration of new chemical reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(2-Thienyl)-1,3-Cyclohexanedione
CAS No.	23994-65-2
Molecular Formula	C10H10O2S
Molecular Weight	194.25 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Thiophen-2-yl)cyclohexane-1,3-dione; 2-Thienyl-1,3-cyclohexanedione; 5-(2-Thienyl)-1,3-cyclohexanedione; 1,3-Cyclohexanedione, 5-(2-thienyl)-; 5-(2-Thienyl)cyclohexane-1,3-dione; 23994-65-2; 5-(Thiophen-2-yl)-1,3-cyclohexanedione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(2-Thienyl)-1,3-Cyclohexanedione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be opaque or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.