Description

Methyl 4-Hydroxy-2-Methylthiophene-3-Carboxylat is a high-purity heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its versatile reactivity, particularly in constructing complex molecular architectures for advanced research and development. It is primarily sought by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for compounds with thiophene-based scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile starting material for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and pigments due to its conjugated thiophene structure.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Hydroxy-2-Methylthiophene-3-Carboxylat
CAS No.	65369-28-0
Molecular Formula	C8H10O3S
Molecular Weight	186.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-hydroxy-2-methylthiophene-3-carboxylate; 3-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 4-hydroxy-2-methyl-, methyl ester; 4-Hydroxy-2-methyl-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-hydroxy-2-methyl-3-thiophenecarboxylate; 2-Methyl-4-hydroxythiophene-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Hydroxy-2-Methylthiophene-3-Carboxylat is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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%

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