Description

2-(2-Thiophenylmethyl)Thiophene is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a thiophene ring linked via a methylene bridge to a second thiophene moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block (synthon) in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel materials with tailored electronic and optical properties. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with potential therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic framework.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a fundamental component in the creation of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and materials for OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to develop novel ligands and catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research focused on heterocyclic chemistry and material science.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Thiophenylmethyl)Thiophene
CAS No.	4341-34-8
Molecular Formula	C10H8S2
Molecular Weight	192.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Thiophen-2-yl)methyl]thiophene; 2-(Thiophen-2-ylmethyl)thiophene; 2,2'-Methylenedithiophene; Di(2-thienyl)methane; 2-Thienylmethyl thiophene; Thiophene, 2,2'-methylenebis-; Bis(2-thienyl)methane; 2-(2-Thienylmethyl)thiophene
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Thiophenylmethyl)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by GC/HPLC), identity (IR/NMR), and impurity profiles are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Standard Grade)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.