Description

2-(Methylseleno)Selenophene is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a unique selenophene core functionalized with a methylseleno group. This structure makes it a valuable synthetic intermediate and precursor for advanced materials research, particularly in the development of novel semiconductors and optoelectronic components. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and material scientists in the fields of organic electronics, photovoltaics, and as a building block for complex selenium-containing heterocycles.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a key monomer or intermediate in the synthesis of selenium-based conjugated polymers and small molecules for organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Material Science Research: Used in the development and study of novel chalcogen-based materials with tailored electronic and optical properties.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a specialized building block in medicinal chemistry for the synthesis of selenium-containing bioactive molecules and potential drug candidates.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of novel selenium-donor ligands for coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Chemical Synthesis: Functions as a versatile reagent for the construction of complex heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylseleno)Selenophene
CAS No.	31053-52-8
Molecular Formula	C5H6Se2
Molecular Weight	236.02 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylselanyl)selenophene; Selenophene, 2-(methylseleno)-; 2-Methylselenoselenophene; 2-(Methylseleno)selenophene; 2-Methylselanylselenophene; 2-(Methaneselenyl)selenophene; 2-(Methylseleno)thiophene selenium analog
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Methylseleno)Selenophene is produced under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Quality is verified through analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air or light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 95% (Typical 97-99%)
Water Content (KF)	< 0.5%

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