Description

2-Formyl-3-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a versatile heterocyclic building block, prized for its reactive formyl and ester functional groups on a thiophene scaffold. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced research and industrial applications, offering a critical handle for further chemical modifications. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides that incorporate thiophene motifs for enhanced activity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated molecules and polymers used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction methodologies.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the thiophene unit contributes to color and stability properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Formyl-3-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	24647-82-3
Molecular Formula	C7H6O3S
Molecular Weight	170.19 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-formyl-3-thiophenecarboxylate; 3-(Methoxycarbonyl)thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-thiophenecarboxylate-2-carboxaldehyde; Thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde, 3-(methoxycarbonyl)-; 3-Carbomethoxythiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Carbaldehyde-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Formyl-3-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided to guarantee the material meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.