Description

1-[4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Thienyl]-1-Ethanone is a high-purity organic building block featuring a reactive chloromethyl group and a ketone functional group on a thiophene ring. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the thiophene moiety for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers and conductive materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Essential for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Thienyl]-1-Ethanone
CAS No.	33148-79-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7ClOS
Molecular Weight	174.65 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Chloromethyl)-2-acetylthiophene; 2-Acetyl-4-chloromethylthiophene; 1-(4-Chloromethylthiophen-2-yl)ethanone; 4-Chloromethyl-2-acetylthiophene; 2-Acetyl-4-(chloromethyl)thiophene; 1-(4-Chloromethyl-2-thienyl)ethanone; Ethanone, 1-[4-(chloromethyl)-2-thienyl]-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-[4-(Chloromethyl)-2-Thienyl]-1-Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

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.