Description

(4-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-3-Yl)Methanol is a high-purity organic building block featuring a benzothiophene core substituted with a hydroxymethyl group. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the benzothiophene scaffold for biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors and light-emitting compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial research laboratories.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	(4-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	451524-34-8
Molecular Formula	C10H10OS
Molecular Weight	178.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-4-methylbenzo[b]thiophene; 4-Methylbenzo[b]thiophen-3-ylmethanol; (4-Methyl-1-benzothiophen-3-yl)methanol; 4-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene-3-methanol; 3-Methanol-4-methylbenzothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (4-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-3-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of our global customer base in advanced chemical synthesis.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.