Description

2-Thenoylacetonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate of significant value in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a thiophene and a nitrile group, makes it a crucial precursor for the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers engaged in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), functional materials, and specialized fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with thiophene-based heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other functional materials.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or precursor for ligands in the preparation of metal-organic complexes and catalysts.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies and the discovery of new organic reactions in university and industrial research laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Thenoylacetonitrile
CAS No.	33898-90-7
Molecular Formula	C7H5NOS
Molecular Weight	151.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetylthiophene carbonitrile; 3-Oxo-3-(2-thienyl)propanenitrile; 2-Thenoylnitrile; 2-Thienyl cyanomethyl ketone; 1-(2-Thienyl)-2-cyanoethanone; 2-Thiophenecarbonitrile, 2-acetyl-; 2-Acetylthiophene-α-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Thenoylacetonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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