Description

2,5-Di-tert-Butoxythiophene is a high-purity, specialty organic compound with the CAS number 55162-43-1. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique thiophene-based structure and tert-butoxy functional groups. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a functionalized thiophene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where its structure can impart specific biological activity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Acts as a precursor or monomer in the development of conjugated polymers and small molecules for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, facilitating novel synthetic transformations.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D focused on heterocyclic chemistry and the exploration of new molecular architectures.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Di-tert-Butoxythiophene
CAS No.	55162-43-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₂₈O₂S
Molecular Weight	284.46 g/mol
Synonyms	2,5-Bis(tert-butoxy)thiophene; 2,5-Di-tert-butyloxythiophene; Thiophene, 2,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethoxy)-; 2,5-Di-t-butoxythiophene; 2,5-Di-tert-butoxythiophene; 2,5-Bis(1,1-dimethylethoxy)thiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2,5-Di-tert-Butoxythiophene is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the precise requirements of your application. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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 or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.