Description

2-(2,3-Epoxypropylthio)Thiophene is a specialized sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound featuring a reactive epoxypropylthio side chain. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable high-purity intermediate for synthesizing advanced materials and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries for creating novel compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing specialty polymers, epoxy resins, and advanced materials with unique thermal or mechanical properties.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronics: Potential precursor for conjugated molecules used in organic semiconductors, OLEDs, or conductive polymers due to the thiophene moiety.
• Chemical Research (R&D): A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry and material science research, enabling the exploration of new chemical spaces.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(2,3-Epoxypropylthio)Thiophene
CAS No.	57713-44-7
Molecular Formula	C7H8OS2
Molecular Weight	172.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(Oxiran-2-ylmethyl)sulfanyl]thiophene; 2-(Oxiranylmethylthio)thiophene; Thiophene, 2-[(2,3-epoxypropyl)thio]-; 2-(2,3-Epoxypropylmercapto)thiophene; Glycidyl 2-thienyl sulfide; 2-Thienyl glycidyl sulfide; (2-Thienylthio)methyloxirane
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2,3-Epoxypropylthio)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request, supporting your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in the original packaging or amber glass until use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
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.