Description

2,5-Diheptylthiophene is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of alkylated thiophenes. This specialty chemical serves as a critical building block and functional material in advanced material science and electronics due to its unique conjugated structure. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the organic semiconductor, photovoltaics, and specialty polymer sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Used in the synthesis of p-type organic semiconductors and hole-transport materials for OLEDs and OFETs.
• Conjugated Polymer Building Block: A key monomer for creating polythiophene derivatives with tailored electronic and optical properties.
• Photovoltaic Material Research: Employed in the development of donor-acceptor copolymers for organic solar cell (OPV) applications.
• Chemical Sensor Development: Acts as a sensing layer component due to thiophene's affinity for specific analytes.
• Liquid Crystal & Electrochromic Materials: Utilized in the synthesis of functional materials for displays and smart windows.
• Advanced Lubricant Additive: Serves as a high-performance additive in specialty lubricant formulations.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable intermediate for novel material discovery and process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Diheptylthiophene
CAS No.	4806-14-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₃₂S
Molecular Weight	280.51 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Diheptylthiophene; 2,5-Bis(heptyl)thiophene; Thiophene, 2,5-diheptyl-; Diheptylthiophene; 2,5-Di-n-heptylthiophene; 2,5-Diheptyl-thiophene; 2,5-Diheptylthiofuran (common misnomer); 4806-14-8 (CAS Registry Number)
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Diheptylthiophene is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) confirming identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
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.