Description

5-Formylthiophene-3-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring both an aldehyde and a nitrile functional group on a thiophene core. This bifunctional structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its thiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block for conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors used in OLEDs, solar cells, and sensors.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The formyl and nitrile groups allow for the creation of complex chelating ligands for metal catalysis.
• Dye and Pigment Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to its electron-accepting properties.
• Material Science Research: Used to create novel monomers for high-performance polymers with specific thermal or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Formylthiophene-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	51770-04-8
Molecular Formula	C6H3NOS
Molecular Weight	137.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-5-formylthiophene; 5-Formyl-3-thiophenecarbonitrile; 3-Formyl-5-cyanothiophene; Thiophene-3-carbonitrile, 5-formyl-; 5-Formylthiophene-3-carbonitrile; 3-Thiophenecarbonitrile, 5-formyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Formylthiophene-3-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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