Description

2-Thienylglyoxal is a versatile and highly reactive organic building block featuring a glyoxal moiety attached to a thiophene ring. This unique structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and advanced organic frameworks.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of thiophene-containing drug candidates, including potential antiviral and central nervous system (CNS) active agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used to create novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the bioactivity of the thiophene scaffold.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for developing organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of dyes, pigments, and complex fragrance molecules where the thienyl group imparts specific properties.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Essential reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and the exploration of new heterocyclic reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Thienylglyoxal
CAS No.	51445-63-7
Molecular Formula	C6H4O2S
Molecular Weight	140.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thenoylglyoxal; 2-Thenoylformaldehyde; 2-Thiopheneglyoxal; Glyoxal, 2-thienyl-; Thiophene-2-glyoxal; 2-Thienylglyoxal hydrate; 2-Thenylglyoxal; α-Oxo-2-thiopheneacetaldehyde
EINECS	257-200-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Thienylglyoxal is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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