Description

Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine and ester functional groups, which enable precise molecular construction in complex chemical pathways. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for constructing thiophene-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodology development, cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille), and as a versatile scaffold for library synthesis.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands and complex molecules used in catalytic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	265652-38-8
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrO2S
Molecular Weight	235.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-methylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-bromo-3-methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylate; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 4-bromo-3-methyl-, methyl ester; 3-Methyl-4-bromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl 4-Bromo-3-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxylate is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS analysis, to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity and identity are available 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 and incompatible materials. This material is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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