Description

3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 2-Nitro- (6Ci,9Ci) CAS NO 41057-04-9 is a specialized heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and materials science research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel thiophene-based scaffolds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the thiophene moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), organic photovoltaics (OPVs), and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing complex heterocyclic dyes and functional pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 2-Nitro- (6Ci,9Ci)
CAS No.	41057-04-9
Molecular Formula	C5H3NO3S
Molecular Weight	157.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitro-3-thiophenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Nitrothiophene-3-carbaldehyde; 3-Formyl-2-nitrothiophene; 2-Nitro-3-formylthiophene; 2-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxaldehyde; 2-Nitro-3-thiophenecarbaldehyde; 3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 2-nitro-; 2-Nitro-3-thienylcarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 2-Nitro- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for demanding research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.