Description

2-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzo[B]Selenophene-3-Carbonitrile is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a benzo[b]selenophene core functionalized with hydroxymethyl and nitrile groups. This compound serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic building block for advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting selenoprotein-related pathways or requiring selenium heterocycles for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Research: Building block for developing new fungicides or plant growth regulators that leverage the unique properties of organoselenium chemistry.
• Material Science & OLED Development: Used in the research and production of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other electronic materials due to the electron-accepting nitrile group and selenium-containing aromatic system.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design of molecular probes to study selenium metabolism and redox biology in cellular systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzo[B]Selenophene-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	39812-16-3
Molecular Formula	C10H7NOSSe
Molecular Weight	252.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-cyanobenzo[b]selenophene; 3-Cyano-2-hydroxymethylbenzo[b]selenophene; Benzo[b]selenophene-3-carbonitrile, 2-(hydroxymethyl)-; 2-Hydroxymethylbenzo[b]selenophene-3-carbonitrile; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-benzoselenophene-3-carbonitrile; 39812-16-3; BBS-CN-OH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Hydroxymethyl)Benzo[B]Selenophene-3-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FTIR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.