Description

4-Hexylthiophene-2-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity organic building block and key intermediate in advanced material synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of functional conjugated polymers and small molecules. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and material scientists in the organic electronics, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A crucial monomer for constructing conjugated polymers used in Organic Field-Effect Transistors (OFETs) and Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug candidates.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Used in the development of charge-transport and emissive layers for display and lighting technologies.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Acts as a functional component in the fabrication of sensitive and selective chemical sensors.
• Dye & Pigment Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments with specific optical properties.
• Academic & Industrial Research: A fundamental reagent for exploring new reactions and material properties in chemistry and materials science laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hexylthiophene-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	222554-30-5
Molecular Formula	C11H16OS
Molecular Weight	196.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formyl-4-hexylthiophene; 4-Hexyl-2-thiophenecarboxaldehyde; 4-Hexylthiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 4-n-Hexylthiophene-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 4-hexyl-; 4-Hexylthienyl-2-carbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 4-Hexylthiophene-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to amber liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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