Description

4-Benzhydrylthiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a unique thiophene core substituted with benzhydryl and carboxylic acid functional groups. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block for constructing more complex thiophene derivatives and benzhydryl-containing compounds in medicinal chemistry.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Benzhydrylthiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	36540-51-9
Molecular Formula	C18H14O2S
Molecular Weight	294.37 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 4-(diphenylmethyl)-; 4-(Diphenylmethyl)thiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 4-(Benzhydryl)thiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 4-(Diphenylmethyl)-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 36540-51-9; 4-Benzhydryl-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-Benzhydrylthiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP standards for pharmaceutical applications.

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). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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