Description

Methyl 3-Hydroxy-5-Nitrobenzo[B]Thiophene-3-Carboxylate is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel pharmaceutical agents and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development teams, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to create new molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials or specialty polymers.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex benzo[b]thiophene-based molecular architectures.
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-Hydroxy-5-Nitrobenzo[B]Thiophene-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	26759-52-4
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO5S
Molecular Weight	253.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-hydroxy-5-nitro-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylate; 5-Nitro-3-hydroxybenzo[b]thiophene-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 3-Hydroxy-5-nitrobenzo[b]thiophene-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-nitro-3-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylate; 1-Benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid, 3-hydroxy-5-nitro-, methyl ester; 26759-52-4; 5-Nitro-3-hydroxybenzo[b]thiophene-3-carboxylate methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-Hydroxy-5-Nitrobenzo[B]Thiophene-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (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.