Description

2-(Pentylthio)Thiophene is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thiophene ring substituted with a pentylthio group. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and functional chemicals, where its sulfur-containing heterocycle is a key design element. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and material science sectors for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Agrochemical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiophene moiety.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a versatile synthon in medicinal chemistry for developing potential drug candidates, particularly in areas targeting enzymes or receptors sensitive to sulfur heterocycles.
• Material Science Precursor: Used in the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to the electron-rich nature of thiophene.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds, contributing to savory or roasted notes.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various organic transformations, including cross-coupling reactions, to introduce the pentylthio-thiophene functionality into more complex molecules.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(Pentylthio)Thiophene
CAS No.	54798-87-7
Molecular Formula	C9H14S2
Molecular Weight	186.34 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Pentylthiothiophene; Thiophene, 2-(pentylthio)-; 2-(Pentylsulfanyl)thiophene; Pentyl 2-thienyl sulfide; 2-(n-Pentylthio)thiophene; 2-Thienyl pentyl sulfide
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(Pentylthio)Thiophene is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and consistency through advanced analytical techniques including GC, HPLC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific R&D or production requirements.

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%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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