Description

2-(5-Chlorothiophen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is a versatile and high-purity organic building block, essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its core value lies in its functionalized thiophene-acetic acid structure, which serves as a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactive thiophene moiety.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for synthesizing specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Chlorothiophen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	280760-72-7
Molecular Formula	C6H5ClO2S
Molecular Weight	176.62 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Chloro-3-thienyl)acetic acid; (5-Chloro-3-thienyl)acetic Acid; 5-Chlorothiophene-3-acetic Acid; 280760-72-7; 2-(5-Chlorothiophen-3-yl)ethanoic acid; 3-Thiopheneacetic acid, 5-chloro-; 5-Chloro-3-thiopheneacetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(5-Chlorothiophen-3-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment and are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber packaging.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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