Description

2-Dimethoxymethyl-Thiophene is a specialized heterocyclic building block featuring a protected aldehyde functionality. This compound matters as a versatile synthon in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the controlled introduction of thiophene-based moieties into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thiophene heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and specialty coatings.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial research for constructing complex molecules via cross-coupling reactions, nucleophilic additions, and other transformations.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for creating novel thiophene-based ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Dimethoxymethyl-Thiophene
CAS No.	5370-67-2
Molecular Formula	C7H10O2S
Molecular Weight	158.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Dimethoxymethyl)thiophene; Thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde dimethyl acetal; 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde dimethyl acetal; 2-(Dimethoxymethyl)thiofuran; α,α-Dimethoxy-2-thiophenemethanol; 2-Thienylcarboxaldehyde dimethyl acetal; 2-(Dimethoxymethyl)-thiophene
EINECS	226-342-5

Quality Control

Our 2-Dimethoxymethyl-Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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