Description

3,4-Dimethylthiophene is a high-purity organic sulfur compound, a key heterocyclic building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its value lies in its unique structure, which serves as a versatile precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This product is essential for R&D chemists and production specialists in the pharmaceutical, material science, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds with thiophene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a precursor for conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other functional materials.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create specialized ligands for catalytic systems.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specific sulfur-containing aroma compounds.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in synthetic organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,4-Dimethylthiophene
CAS No.	632-15-5
Molecular Formula	C6H8S
Molecular Weight	112.19 g/mol
Synonyms	3,4-Dimethylthiophene; 3,4-Dimethyl-thiophene; Thiophene, 3,4-dimethyl-; 3,4-DMT; NSC 404087; 1,2-Dimethyl-3-thia-1,4-cyclohexadiene
EINECS	211-179-1

Quality Control

Our 3,4-Dimethylthiophene is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and oxidizing agents. Recommended storage temperature is 2-8°C for long-term stability. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (GC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (GC)	Individual impurity ≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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