Description

3-Bromo-5-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate, enabling the precise construction of complex molecular architectures in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with tailored biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and advanced materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed to synthesize complex chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A critical reagent for method development, library synthesis, and exploring new chemical spaces in medicinal chemistry.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of bespoke compounds and non-commercial quantities for client projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-5-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	61285-29-8
Molecular Formula	C7H5BrO2S
Molecular Weight	233.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-methyl-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 5-Methyl-3-bromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 3-Bromo-5-methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 3-Bromo-5-methylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 3-bromo-5-methyl-; 3-Bromo-5-methylthiophene-2-carboxylate; 3-Bromo-5-methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-5-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with every shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our quality commitment aligns with the standards expected for pharmaceutical intermediates and advanced research chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.