Description

3-Bromo-4-(Hydroxymethyl)Thiophene is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring both a bromine substituent and a hydroxymethyl functional group on the thiophene ring. This bifunctional structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, and organic electronics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides and fungicides, where the thiophene core contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Acts as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: The functional groups allow for derivatization into specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating novel chemical libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromo-4-(Hydroxymethyl)Thiophene
CAS No.	70260-05-8
Molecular Formula	C5H5BrOS
Molecular Weight	193.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Bromo-4-(hydroxymethyl)thiophene; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-3-bromothiophene; 3-Bromo-4-thiophenemethanol; (3-Bromothiophen-4-yl)methanol; Thiophene-4-methanol, 3-bromo-; 3-Bromo-4-hydroxymethylthiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Bromo-4-(Hydroxymethyl)Thiophene is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, GC, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, 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, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
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.