Description

2-Bromo-3-(2-Ethylhexyl)Thiophene is a high-purity, functionalized thiophene derivative designed for advanced material synthesis. This compound serves as a critical building block in the development of novel conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors, where its specific bromination and alkyl chain substitution enable precise tuning of electronic properties. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for cutting-edge applications.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A key monomer for constructing donor-acceptor polymers used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Conjugated Polymer Development: Serves as a precursor in Suzuki or Stille cross-coupling reactions to create tailored polymers with specific bandgaps and charge transport characteristics.
• OLED Materials: Used in the research and production of emissive layer materials for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Intermediate: Acts as a versatile intermediate in organic synthesis for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes due to its reactive bromine site.
• Material Science Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new electroactive and photoactive materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-3-(2-Ethylhexyl)Thiophene
CAS No.	303734-52-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₉BrS
Molecular Weight	275.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)thiophene; 3-(2-Ethylhexyl)-2-bromothiophene; 2-Bromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)-thiophene; Thiophene, 2-bromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)-; 2-Bromo-3-(2'-ethylhexyl)thiophene; 2-Br-3-EH-Thiophene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-3-(2-Ethylhexyl)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, typically ≥98% (GC/HPLC). Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management standards, and our processes are designed to meet the stringent requirements of advanced material research and production.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage or after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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