Description

5,5'-Dibromo-4,4'-dihexyl-2,2'-bithiophene is a high-purity, functionalized bithiophene derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic electronic materials. Its core value lies in its role as a key monomer for synthesizing conjugated polymers and small molecules with tailored optoelectronic properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic semiconductors, photovoltaics, and thin-film transistors.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A fundamental monomer for constructing donor-acceptor (D-A) type conjugated polymers used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Polymer Solar Cells (PSCs): Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of low-bandgap polymer donors for bulk-heterojunction organic photovoltaic (OPV) devices.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Used in the development of emissive or charge-transport layers requiring specific energy levels and hole-transport characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for synthesizing novel thiophene-based oligomers and polymers for structure-property relationship studies.
• Electrochromic Materials: Employed in the creation of polymers that change color in response to an applied electrical potential.
• Sensor Technology: Incorporated into conductive polymer matrices for chemical and biological sensing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5'-Dibromo-4,4'-dihexyl-2,2'-bithiophene
CAS No.	214493-03-5
Molecular Formula	C20H28Br2S2
Molecular Weight	492.37 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Dihexyl-5,5'-dibromo-2,2'-bithiophene; 5,5'-Dibromo-4,4'-bis(hexyl)-2,2'-bithiophene; 2,2'-Bithiophene, 5,5'-dibromo-4,4'-dihexyl-; DBHBT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,5'-Dibromo-4,4'-dihexyl-2,2'-bithiophene is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, critical for electronic material performance. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C) to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep the container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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