Description

Thiophene-2,4-Dicarboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block and versatile chemical intermediate. This compound is valued for its rigid, heterocyclic structure and dual carboxylic acid functional groups, which enable its use in advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the thiophene ring contributes to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing complex ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer and Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the creation of specialty polymers, such as polyamides or polyimides, for high-performance materials.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the synthesis of organic semiconductors and conductive polymers for electronic applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiophene-2,4-Dicarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	36157-39-8
Molecular Formula	C6H4O4S
Molecular Weight	172.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4-Thiophenedicarboxylic Acid; 2,4-Dicarboxythiophene; Thiophene-2,4-dioic Acid; 2,4-Bis(carboxy)thiophene; 3,5-Thiophenedicarboxylic Acid; 2,4-Thiophene Dicarboxylic Acid; T2,4DCA
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Quality Control

Our Thiophene-2,4-Dicarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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