Description

3-[(4-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]Thiophene-2-Carbonitrile is a high-purity, multi-functional organic building block featuring both aldehyde and nitrile functional groups on a thiophene-phenoxy scaffold. This compound matters as a critical intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), enabling the development of novel compounds with tailored electronic and biological properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel small molecule drugs, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors used in OLEDs and OFETs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The aldehyde and nitrile groups allow for the construction of complex chelating ligands for metal catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Acts as a functional monomer or cross-linking agent for specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile building block for exploratory synthesis in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(4-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]Thiophene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	256471-05-3
Molecular Formula	C13H9NO2S
Molecular Weight	243.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]thiophene; 3-[(4-Formylphenoxy)methyl]-2-thiophenecarbonitrile; 2-Thiophenecarbonitrile, 3-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]-; (4-Formylphenoxy)methyl thiophene-2-carbonitrile; 3-(4-Formylphenoxymethyl)thiophene-2-carbonitrile; Thiophene-2-carbonitrile, 3-[(4-formylphenoxy)methyl]-; 256471-05-3; 3-(p-Formylphenoxymethyl)thiophene-2-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-[(4-Formylphenoxy)Methyl]Thiophene-2-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every lot upon request.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.