Description

2,5-Dibromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)thiophene is a high-purity, functionalized thiophene derivative of significant importance in advanced materials science. This compound serves as a critical building block (monomer) for conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors, enabling precise tuning of electronic and optical properties. It is primarily utilized by R&D and production teams in the organic electronics, photovoltaics, and specialty chemical synthesis sectors to develop next-generation electronic devices.

Application

• Key monomer for synthesizing conjugated polymers used in Organic Field-Effect Transistors (OFETs) and Organic Photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Precursor material for organic electronic materials, including hole-transport and electron-transport layers.
• Building block in the development of Polymer Light-Emitting Diodes (PLEDs) and electrochromic devices.
• Intermediate for specialty chemical synthesis in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
• Material for academic and industrial R&D focused on novel thiophene-based architectures.
• Component in the fabrication of sensors and bioelectronics due to its tunable conductivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dibromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)thiophene
CAS No.	444177-63-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₂Br₂S
Molecular Weight	382.20 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Ethylhexyl)-2,5-dibromothiophene; 2,5-Dibromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)thiophene; Thiophene, 2,5-dibromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)-; DBET; 2,5-Dibromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)thiophene monomer; Conjugated polymer monomer; Organic semiconductor intermediate
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5-Dibromo-3-(2-ethylhexyl)thiophene is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, which is critical for electronic material performance. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic analysis, to ensure compliance with exacting R&D and production standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert gas atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Typical 98.5%)
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.