Description

2-Hydroxy-2-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a thiophene ring, a key heterocyclic moiety, fused with a hydroxyacetic acid functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable chiral building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting the central nervous system or possessing specific receptor activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the thiophene ring can contribute to biological activity and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or additive for developing specialty polymers with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies in organic chemistry and heterocyclic compound synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Hydroxy-2-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	53439-38-6
Molecular Formula	C6H6O3S
Molecular Weight	158.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Thienyl)glycolic Acid; α-Hydroxy-2-thiopheneacetic Acid; 2-Thiopheneglycolic Acid; (2-Thienyl)hydroxyacetic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-2-(2-thienyl)ethanoic Acid; 2-Thienylglycolic Acid; Mandelic acid, 2-thienyl-; T2GA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Hydroxy-2-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high-purity requirements for research and synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.