Description

2-Heptyl-5-Hexylthiophene is a high-purity, asymmetrically substituted thiophene derivative, a key building block in advanced organic electronic materials. Its molecular structure is engineered to provide optimal solubility and processability for high-performance conjugated polymers and small molecules. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the organic semiconductor, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop next-generation electronic devices.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A critical monomer for constructing donor-acceptor (D-A) type conjugated polymers used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Organic Photovoltaic (OPV) Materials: Serves as a key component in the development of polymer donors for bulk-heterojunction solar cells, contributing to improved light absorption and charge transport.
• Electroluminescent Materials: Used in the synthesis of emissive layers for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and light-emitting electrochemical cells (LECs).
• Chemical Sensing: Acts as a precursor for functionalized thiophene-based polymers with applications in chemiresistive and fluorescent sensors.
• Advanced Material Research: A versatile intermediate in academic and industrial R&D for exploring structure-property relationships in π-conjugated systems.
• Specialty Additives: Potential use in formulating conductive inks, coatings, and antistatic agents where tailored electronic properties are required.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Heptyl-5-Hexylthiophene
CAS No.	4806-13-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₃₀S
Molecular Weight	266.49 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Hexyl-2-heptylthiophene; Thiophene, 2-heptyl-5-hexyl-; 2-n-Heptyl-5-n-hexylthiophene; Asymmetric dialkylthiophene; ADT; Heptylhexylthiophene; 2-(Heptyl)-5-(hexyl)thiophene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Heptyl-5-Hexylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, essential for sensitive electronic material applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical metallic impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow clear liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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