Description

5-Bromo-2-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid is a versatile halogenated heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, enabling the introduction of both carboxylic acid and bromine functionalities for further derivatization. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for creating novel active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in medicinal chemistry research for new drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the thiophene scaffold for biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors used in OLEDs, solar cells, and sensors.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) and further functionalization in academic and industrial R&D labs.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the manufacture of complex, high-value specialty chemicals and dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	7311-63-9
Molecular Formula	C5H3BrO2S
Molecular Weight	206.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromothiophene-2-carboxylic Acid; 2-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid, 5-bromo-; 5-Bromo-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 5-Bromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Bromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Bromo-2-carboxythiophene; 5-Bromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Bromothiophene-2-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under stringent quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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). Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

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.