Description

6-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1-Benzothiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block and key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique benzothiophene core, which is integral to developing molecules with specific electronic and structural properties. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors and charge-transport materials, due to the benzothiophene moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as an intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1-Benzothiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	26018-71-3
Molecular Formula	C11H10O2S
Molecular Weight	206.26 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-2,3-dihydro-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 2,3-Dihydro-6-methyl-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylic Acid; 6-Methyl-2,3-dihydrobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-6-methyl-2,3-dihydrobenzothiophene; 26018-71-3; 6-Methyl-2,3-dihydro-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our 6-Methyl-2,3-Dihydro-1-Benzothiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and cGMP-grade pharmaceutical intermediate applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept tightly sealed and away from direct light sources to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
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.