Description

3-[(E)-2-Butenyl]Thiophene is a high-purity organic building block featuring a thiophene ring substituted with a trans-butenyl side chain. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and materials science sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new therapeutic agents, particularly those targeting central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the thiophene moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and field-effect transistors (OFETs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Flavor and Fragrance Chemistry: Utilized as an intermediate for creating sulfur-containing aroma compounds with unique olfactory profiles.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A fundamental building block for methodological studies in organic chemistry and material science research.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-[(E)-2-Butenyl]Thiophene
CAS No.	53966-44-2
Molecular Formula	C8H10S
Molecular Weight	138.23 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(2-Buten-1-yl)thiophene (E)-; (E)-3-(2-Butenyl)thiophene; 3-trans-Butenylthiophene; 3-(trans-2-Butenyl)thiophene; Thiophene, 3-(2-butenyl)-, (E)-; 3-(2-Butenyl)thiophene; 53966-44-2; 3-But-2-enylthiophene
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Quality Control

Our 3-[(E)-2-Butenyl]Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistent isomeric composition. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are 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 area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC)	≥ 95.0% (E-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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