Description

Methyl 4-Formylthiophene-2-Carboxylate CAS NO 67808-68-8 is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block featuring both a formyl and an ester functional group on a thiophene core. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures for research and industrial applications. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science R&D teams for developing novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and transition metal catalysts.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for heterocyclic chemistry, enabling annulation and multi-component reactions.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized thiophene-based colorants and fluorescent markers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-Formylthiophene-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	67808-68-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6O3S
Molecular Weight	170.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 4-formyl-2-thiophenecarboxylate; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 4-formyl-, methyl ester; 4-Formyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid methyl ester; 2-(Methoxycarbonyl)thiophene-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Carbomethoxythiophene-2-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-Formylthiophene-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.