Description

2-(5-Chloro-3-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity, synthetically derived organic acid featuring a benzothiophene core structure. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require precise, high-quality chemical precursors for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic electronic materials due to its benzothiophene moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Chloro-3-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	51527-19-6
Molecular Formula	C11H9ClO2S
Molecular Weight	240.70 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Chloro-3-methyl-1-benzothiophen-2-yl)acetic acid; (5-Chloro-3-methylbenzo[b]thiophen-2-yl)acetic acid; 2-(5-Chloro-3-methylbenzo[b]thien-2-yl)acetic acid; 51527-19-6; 2-(5-Chloro-3-methyl-1-benzothien-2-yl)ethanoic acid; Acetic acid, 2-(5-chloro-3-methylbenzo[b]thien-2-yl)-; 5-Chloro-3-methylbenzo[b]thiophene-2-acetic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-(5-Chloro-3-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and commercial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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