Description

3-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Thiophene 95% is a high-purity brominated thiophene derivative, a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its dual reactive sites, enabling selective functionalization to construct complex heterocyclic systems. It is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the thiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs), Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs), and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed to create specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating challenging cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing complex, sulfur-containing heterocycles in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	3-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Thiophene 95%
CAS No.	40032-80-2
Molecular Formula	C5H4Br2S
Molecular Weight	255.96 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Bromomethyl)-3-bromothiophene; 3,4-Bis(bromomethyl)thiophene (common misnomer, verify structure); 3-Bromo-4-bromomethylthiophene; Thiophene, 3-bromo-4-(bromomethyl)-; BBMT (abbreviation); 2-Bromo-3-(bromomethyl)thiophene (isomer); 3-Bromo-4-(bromomethyl)-thiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4-(Bromomethyl)Thiophene 95% is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR to confirm identity and assay. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with every shipment, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

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. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided to maintain product stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%
Solubility	Soluble in common organic solvents (e.g., DCM, THF, DMF)

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