Description

3-Methylthiophene-2-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its reactive nitrile and thiophene functionalities, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries, particularly for developing active ingredients and advanced organic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with thiophene-based heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its structural motif for bioactivity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a monomer or building block for conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and non-linear optical materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, including palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and cyano-group transformations.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to the electron-rich thiophene ring.
• Ligand & Catalyst Preparation: Useful for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylthiophene-2-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	55406-13-8
Molecular Formula	C6H5NS
Molecular Weight	123.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Cyano-3-methylthiophene; 3-Methyl-2-thiophenecarbonitrile; 3-Methylthiophene-2-carbonitrile; 3-Methyl-2-cyanothiophene; 2-Thiophenecarbonitrile, 3-methyl-; 3-Methylthienyl-2-nitrile
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methylthiophene-2-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place 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 (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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