Description

4-(5-Bromo-2-Thienyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a brominated thiophene moiety linked to a reactive oxobutyric acid chain. This compound matters as a versatile and critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. Pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries need it for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers and organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable building block in organic synthesis for creating complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized in the design and synthesis of specialized ligands for metal catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-Bromo-2-Thienyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid
CAS No.	52240-28-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrO3S
Molecular Weight	263.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(5-Bromo-2-thienyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid; 5-Bromo-2-thiopheneacetic acid, β-oxo-; γ-Oxo-5-bromo-2-thiophenebutyric acid; 4-(5-Bromothiophen-2-yl)-4-oxobutanoic acid; 5-Bromo-2-thienyl ketone of Succinic Acid; 4-Oxo-4-(5-bromothiophen-2-yl)butanoic acid; (5-Bromo-2-thienyl) 3-carboxypropyl ketone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(5-Bromo-2-Thienyl)-4-Oxobutyric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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 strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.