Description

2-Thiophenemethanol, Tetrahydro- is a versatile heterocyclic building block and chiral intermediate of significant value in advanced organic synthesis. Its saturated thiophene ring structure and functionalized alcohol group make it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the tetrahydrothiophene moiety can contribute to biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Building block for novel polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its sulfur-containing heterocycle.
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new synthetic pathways in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Thiophenemethanol, Tetrahydro-
CAS No.	38518-31-9
Molecular Formula	C5H10OS
Molecular Weight	118.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrahydro-2-thiophenemethanol; (Tetrahydro-2-thienyl)methanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)tetrahydrothiophene; Tetrahydrothiophene-2-methanol; 2-Thiophenemethanol, tetrahydro-; THTM; Tetrahydrothienylcarbinol
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Quality Control

Our 2-Thiophenemethanol, Tetrahydro- is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis, to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are available upon request.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen) for long-term storage to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/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.