Description

4-Bromo-3-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized heterocyclic building block. This compound is of significant value in advanced organic synthesis due to its reactive aldehyde and bromine substituents on the thiophene core. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thiophene or fused heterocyclic systems.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the thiophene moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The aldehyde group allows for the creation of novel Schiff base ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring specific, high-value thiophene derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-3-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	30153-47-0
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrOS
Molecular Weight	217.08 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-3-methyl-2-thiophenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Methyl-4-bromothiophene-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-bromo-3-methylthiophene; 4-Bromo-3-methylthiophene-2-carbaldehyde; 30153-47-0; 4-Bromo-3-methyl-2-formylthiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-3-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. 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 provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage or when opening a new container to maintain purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	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.