Description

α-Cyclopropylthiophene-2-Methanol is a high-purity, specialized organic building block featuring a cyclopropyl-substituted thiophene core. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical agents. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and production of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiophene and cyclopropyl motifs.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized monomers or ligands in the creation of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a scaffold or linker in the design of molecular probes, enzyme inhibitors, and bioconjugation reagents.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP or ISO 9001 standards.

Basic Information

Product Name	α-Cyclopropylthiophene-2-Methanol
CAS No.	60942-21-4
Molecular Formula	C8H10OS
Molecular Weight	154.23 g/mol
Synonyms	(Cyclopropyl)(2-thienyl)methanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)cyclopropylthiophene; α-Cyclopropyl-2-thiophenemethanol; Thiophene-2-methanol, α-cyclopropyl-; (2-Thienyl)(cyclopropyl)methanol; Cyclopropyl-2-thienylmethanol; 2-(Cyclopropylhydroxymethyl)thiophene
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Quality Control

Our α-Cyclopropylthiophene-2-Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment. We support development and commercial projects requiring compliance with various pharmacopeial or internal quality standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.