Description

5-Methyl-4-Phenyl-Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks. The consistent quality and reliable supply of this intermediate are paramount for successful R&D and scale-up processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific thiophene-based structures.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors or conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for methodological studies and the synthesis of complex organic molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in designing novel ligands for metal catalysis or organocatalysts.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-4-Phenyl-Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	557792-56-0
Molecular Formula	C13H10O2S
Molecular Weight	230.28 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-4-phenyl-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 4-Phenyl-5-methylthiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-methyl-4-phenyl-; 5-Methyl-4-phenylthiophene-3-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-4-Phenyl-Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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