Description

2-Thiophenemethanol, A-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a high-value fluorinated thiophene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a thiophene ring and a trifluoromethyl group, makes it an essential intermediate for creating compounds with tailored electronic and physicochemical properties. This product is primarily targeted at research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting CNS disorders and inflammation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the trifluoromethyl group enhances biological activity and metabolic stability.
• Liquid Crystal & OLED Materials: Serves as a precursor for electron-transport materials and charge-transport layers in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and liquid crystal displays (LCDs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating challenging cross-coupling and fluorination reactions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into specialty polymers and coatings to impart specific properties like chemical resistance, low surface energy, or unique optical characteristics.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Thiophenemethanol, A-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	35304-68-8
Molecular Formula	C6H5F3OS
Molecular Weight	182.16 g/mol
Synonyms	α-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-thiophenemethanol; (2-Thienyl)(trifluoromethyl)methanol; 2-(Trifluoromethylhydroxymethyl)thiophene; 2-Thiophenemethanol, α-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-(Hydroxy(trifluoromethyl)methyl)thiophene; (Trifluoromethyl)(2-thienyl)methanol; 2-Thienyltrifluoromethylcarbinol
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Thiophenemethanol, A-(Trifluoromethyl)- is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

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 strong acids and incompatible materials. Handle and store in accordance with good laboratory/industrial practices.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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