Description

3-Methylthiophene is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound and a key building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a crucial intermediate for developing high-value materials, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional polymers. This product is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, electronics, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-purity intermediates for complex syntheses.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the manufacture of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the thiophene ring contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science & Electronics: Serves as a monomer or building block for conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other electronic materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Employed in the synthesis of complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: A valuable reagent for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylthiophene
CAS No.	616-44-4
Molecular Formula	C5H6S
Molecular Weight	98.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methylthiophene; β-Methylthiophene; 3-Methylthiofuran; 3-Methyl-1-thia-2,4-cyclopentadiene; Thiophene, 3-methyl-; NSC 9377
EINECS	210-478-5

Quality Control

Our 3-Methylthiophene is produced under stringent quality management systems 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 commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring the material meets the rigorous standards required for pharmaceutical and advanced material synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and concentration changes. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%

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