Description

5 - Iodothiophene - 2 - Carbaldehyde is a versatile halogenated heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive aldehyde and iodine functional groups, which enable a wide range of cross-coupling and condensation reactions. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the thiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for exploring novel heterocyclic chemistry, Suzuki-Miyaura coupling, and other palladium-catalyzed reactions in academic and industrial R&D labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	5 - Iodothiophene - 2 - Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	5370-19-4
Molecular Formula	C5H3IOS
Molecular Weight	237.05 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Iodo-2-thiophenecarboxaldehyde; 5-Iodothiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-iodothiophene; 5-Iodo-2-formylthiophene; 5-Iodothiophene-2-aldehyde; 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde, 5-iodo-; 5-Iodo-2-thiophenecarbaldehyde
EINECS	226-350-5

Quality Control

Our 5 - Iodothiophene - 2 - Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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