Description

1-(5-Chloro-2-Methyl-Thiophen-3-Yl)-2-[2-(5-Chloro-2-Methyl-Thiophen-3-Yl)-2-Oxo-Ethylsulfanyl]-Ethanone is a specialized organic building block featuring a symmetrical diketone structure with thiophene and sulfide linkages. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of complex heterocyclic molecules. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its unique heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex sulfur-containing heterocycles and exploring new organic reactions.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized as a scaffold for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(5-Chloro-2-Methyl-Thiophen-3-Yl)-2-[2-(5-Chloro-2-Methyl-Thiophen-3-Yl)-2-Oxo-Ethylsulfanyl]-Ethanone
CAS No.	566143-74-6
Molecular Formula	C16H12Cl2O2S3
Molecular Weight	411.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Bis(5-chloro-2-methyl-3-thienyl) Diketone Sulfide; 1,1'-[Dithiobis(2-oxoethane-2,1-diyl)]bis(5-chloro-2-methylthiophene); Ethanone, 1-(5-chloro-2-methyl-3-thienyl)-2-[[2-(5-chloro-2-methyl-3-thienyl)-2-oxoethyl]thio]-; 5-Chloro-2-methyl-3-thienyl diketone sulfide derivative
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-(5-Chloro-2-Methyl-Thiophen-3-Yl)-2-[2-(5-Chloro-2-Methyl-Thiophen-3-Yl)-2-Oxo-Ethylsulfanyl]-Ethanone adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and scale-up applications. All materials are characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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