Description

(5-Methoxy-2-Thienyl)Thioacetic Acid is a specialized organosulfur compound featuring a thioacetic acid moiety linked to a substituted thiophene ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel heterocyclic compounds. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research and development teams, agrochemical scientists, and material chemists seeking to incorporate functionalized thiophene units into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) with potential therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the thiophene scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating conductive polymers or specialty polymers with unique electronic properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: An essential building block for constructing complex heterocyclic systems, including fused thiophene derivatives and ligands for catalysis.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Methoxy-2-Thienyl)Thioacetic Acid
CAS No.	58386-00-8
Molecular Formula	C7H8O2S2
Molecular Weight	188.27 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Methoxy-2-thienyl)thioacetic Acid; 2-(5-Methoxythiophen-2-yl)sulfanylacetic Acid; 5-Methoxy-2-thienylthioacetic Acid; Thioacetic Acid, (5-Methoxy-2-thienyl)-; (5-Methoxy-thiophen-2-ylsulfanyl)-acetic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5-Methoxy-2-Thienyl)Thioacetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality management system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and fine chemical applications.

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). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to minimize oxidation and moisture uptake. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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