Description

Methyl 3-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]-2-Thiophenecarboxylate is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound belonging to the class of thiophene carboxylate esters. This specialty chemical serves as a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and research building block for the development of novel active ingredients. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors seeking to incorporate functionalized thiophene motifs into their molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides that leverage the thiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of conductive polymers or organic semiconductors for electronic applications.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in organic synthesis for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds via cross-coupling or further functionalization reactions.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and contract research organization (CRO) laboratories for methodological studies and exploring new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]-2-Thiophenecarboxylate
CAS No.	343375-77-9
Molecular Formula	C15H16O3S
Molecular Weight	276.35 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 3-[(4-methylbenzyl)oxy]thiophene-2-carboxylate; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 3-[(4-methylphenyl)methoxy]-, methyl ester; 3-[(4-Methylbenzyl)oxy]-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 3-(p-methylbenzyloxy)thiophene-2-carboxylate; 2-Methoxycarbonyl-3-(4-methylbenzyloxy)thiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Methyl 3-[(4-Methylbenzyl)Oxy]-2-Thiophenecarboxylate adheres to stringent in-process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Every lot is fully characterized and tested against established internal specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request, supporting your quality and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The compound is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light exposure.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.