Description

Ethyl 2-Formylthiophene-3-Carboxylate is a versatile and high-purity organic building block, essential for advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an aldehyde and an ester group on a thiophene core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic molecules. This compound is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Organic Electronics: Serves as a building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions and other catalytic processes.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized thiophene-based dyes and colorants.
• Academic and R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological research in organic chemistry and the exploration of new heterocyclic compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Formylthiophene-3-Carboxylate
CAS No.	67808-70-2
Molecular Formula	C8H8O3S
Molecular Weight	184.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-formyl-3-thiophenecarboxylate; 2-Formylthiophene-3-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 3-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 2-formyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-thiophenecarboxylate-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Carbethoxy-2-formylthiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Formylthiophene-3-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames. The container should be kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and potential degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.