Description

2-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)Thiophene is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring a thiophene ring fused with a dioxolane protecting group. This compound matters as a key synthetic intermediate, enabling the controlled introduction of functionalized thiophene moieties into more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and advanced materials sectors for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and organic electronic components.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: Used in the development of π-conjugated systems for organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the design and synthesis of new generation herbicides and fungicides with thiophene-based active ingredients.
• Functional Material Chemistry: A building block for dyes, pigments, and nonlinear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-rich structure.
• Academic & Process Chemistry: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and scale-up process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)Thiophene
CAS No.	58268-08-9
Molecular Formula	C7H8O2S
Molecular Weight	156.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thienyl-1,3-dioxolane; 2-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)thiophene; 2-Thienylaldehyde ethylene acetal; Thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde ethylene acetal; 2-(Thiophen-2-yl)-1,3-dioxolane; 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde cyclic ethylene acetal; 2-(2-Thienyl)-1,3-dioxolane
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Quality Control

Our 2-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled 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)	≥ 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.