Description

3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring an aldehyde functional group on a thiophene ring. This compound is essential for synthesizing complex molecules due to its reactive carbonyl site, which readily undergoes condensation, reduction, and cyclization reactions. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries seeking to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those with thiophene-based scaffolds for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, contributing to crop protection solutions.
• Organic Electronics & Materials: Serves as a building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and sensors.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate for creating novel chromophores and functional dyes with specific optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring new organic reactions and constructing heterocyclic libraries in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	498-62-4
Molecular Formula	C5H4OS
Molecular Weight	112.15 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Formylthiophene; 3-Thiophenecarbaldehyde; Thiophene-3-carboxaldehyde; β-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde; 3-Thienylcarboxaldehyde; 3-Thiophenealdehyde; Thiophene-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Thienaldehyde
EINECS	207-871-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography (HPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (IR, NMR), to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is compatible with strong acid/organic solvent environments. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, 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.