Description

2-Ethyl-5-[(1-Methylpropyl)Thio]Thiophene is a specialized organosulfur compound belonging to the thiophene derivative family. This chemical is valued for its unique structure, which makes it a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its sulfur-containing heterocyclic core.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for conducting polymers, organic semiconductors, and other advanced electronic materials due to the thiophene moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Flavor and Fragrance Industry: Potential use as an intermediate for synthesizing complex sulfur-containing aroma chemicals.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Provides a functionalized thiophene scaffold for constructing more complex molecular architectures in custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethyl-5-[(1-Methylpropyl)Thio]Thiophene
CAS No.	54889-41-7
Molecular Formula	C10H16S2
Molecular Weight	200.36 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-5-(sec-butylthio)thiophene; 5-(sec-Butylthio)-2-ethylthiophene; Thiophene, 2-ethyl-5-[(1-methylpropyl)thio]-; 2-Ethyl-5-(1-methylpropylsulfanyl)thiophene; 2-Ethyl-5-(sec-butylsulfanyl)thiophene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Ethyl-5-[(1-Methylpropyl)Thio]Thiophene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your R&D and production quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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