Description

3,7-Dichloro-6-Methoxybenzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carbonyl Chloride is a high-purity, reactive chemical intermediate essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key building block in the development of complex heterocyclic molecules, offering precise functionalization points for downstream chemistry. It is primarily needed by research and development teams, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with tailored activity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for creating complex chromophores with specific light-absorption properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies and the construction of complex benzo[b]thiophene derivatives.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,7-Dichloro-6-Methoxybenzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carbonyl Chloride
CAS No.	34576-80-2
Molecular Formula	C10H5Cl3O2S
Molecular Weight	311.57 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Carbonyl chloride-3,7-dichloro-6-methoxybenzo[b]thiophene; 3,7-Dichloro-6-methoxybenzo[b]thiophene-2-carbonyl chloride; 6-Methoxy-3,7-dichlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carbonyl chloride; Benzo[b]thiophene-2-carbonyl chloride, 3,7-dichloro-6-methoxy-; 34576-80-2; DCBT-COCl
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Quality Control

Our 3,7-Dichloro-6-Methoxybenzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carbonyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent decomposition. Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.