Description

2,3-Dibromothiophene CAS NO 3140-93-0 is a halogenated heterocyclic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its reactive bromine atoms, which enable efficient cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations for constructing complex molecular architectures. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thiophene scaffolds for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific halogenated thiophene structures.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Fundamental monomer for constructing conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating more efficient and selective chemical processes.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical entities.
• Functional Material Additive: Incorporated into specialty polymers and coatings to modify electronic properties, stability, or reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,3-Dibromothiophene
CAS No.	3140-93-0
Molecular Formula	C4H2Br2S
Molecular Weight	241.93 g/mol
Synonyms	2,3-Dibromothiophene; Thiophene, 2,3-dibromo-; 2,3-Dibromo-thiophene; NSC 404087; Dibromothiophene; AI3-15300; 2,3-Dibromothiofene; 2,3-DBT
EINECS	221-552-8

Quality Control

Our 2,3-Dibromothiophene is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC/GC) and spectroscopy (NMR, IR), to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. The compound is light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.