Description

2-n-Butyrylthiophene is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the class of acylated thiophenes, serving as a versatile and critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular structure, which provides a reactive ketone group adjacent to the thiophene heterocycle, enabling precise modifications for creating complex molecules. This intermediate is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, where it is used to develop active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the thiophene moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductor materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new organic reactions in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-n-Butyrylthiophene
CAS No.	5333-83-5
Molecular Formula	C8H10OS
Molecular Weight	154.23 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Thiophen-2-yl)butan-1-one; 2-Butanoythiophene; 2-Thienyl butyl ketone; Butanoylthiophene; 2-n-Butyrylthiophene; 2-Butyrylthiophene; 2-Thienyl butyl ketone; 1-(2-Thienyl)-1-butanone
EINECS	226-236-8

Quality Control

Our 2-n-Butyrylthiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every 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 strong oxidizing agents and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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