Description

Methyl 3-Bromothiophene-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity brominated thiophene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive handle for cross-coupling reactions and further functionalization of the thiophene core. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing complex heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with thiophene-based backbones.
• Material Science: Monomer or intermediate for creating conjugated polymers and organic electronic materials for use in OLEDs, OFETs, and solar cells.
• Chemical Research: Versatile substrate for Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions in medicinal and process chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands and catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and pigments with unique optical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Bromothiophene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	26137-08-6
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrO2S
Molecular Weight	221.07 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-bromo-2-thiophenecarboxylate; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 3-bromo-, methyl ester; 3-Bromo-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Bromothiophene-2-methyl carboxylate; Methyl 3-bromothiophene-2-carboxylate; 3-Bromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid, methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Bromothiophene-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and structural integrity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.