Description

1-Benzothiophene-6-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block and key synthetic intermediate of significant commercial and research importance. This compound is valued for its rigid, fused-ring structure and functional carboxylic acid group, which enables its use in the synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials industries for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and organic electronics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the benzothiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other advanced materials due to its electron-rich thiophene core.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile synthon in organic chemistry for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and functionalized aromatics.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid functionality allows for derivatization into chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzothiophene-6-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	6179-26-6
Molecular Formula	C9H6O2S
Molecular Weight	178.21 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Carboxy-1-benzothiophene; Benzo[b]thiophene-6-carboxylic acid; 1-Benzothiophene-6-carboxylic acid; 6-Benzothiophenecarboxylic Acid; NSC 403697; 6-Carboxybenzo[b]thiophene; Thianaphthene-6-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Benzothiophene-6-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the highest standards of purity and consistency for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.