Description

3,4,5-Trichlorothiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a carboxylic acid group on a heavily chlorinated thiophene ring, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial building block for the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science Research: Used in the synthesis of specialized polymers, ligands, and organic electronic materials due to its electron-withdrawing character.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and for studying structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to fine chemical manufacturers for use in bespoke synthesis projects for clients.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4,5-Trichlorothiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	26020-48-4
Molecular Formula	C5HCl3O2S
Molecular Weight	231.48 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3,4-Trichlorothiophene-5-carboxylic acid; 3,4,5-Trichloro-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 3,4,5-Trichlorothiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 3,4,5-trichloro-; TCTC; 3,4,5-Trichlorothiophenecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3,4,5-Trichlorothiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

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 strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, handle with appropriate personal protective equipment in a controlled environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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