Description

(2-Bromothien-3-Yl)Methanol is a specialized brominated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel thiophene-based compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the thiophene moiety for enhanced biological activity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and liquid crystals due to the electron-rich thiophene core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Utilized in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design of molecular probes and fluorescent tags for biochemical research.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in Suzuki, Stille, and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form biaryl systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Bromothien-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	70260-16-1
Molecular Formula	C5H5BrOS
Molecular Weight	193.06 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-bromothiophene; 2-Bromo-3-thiophenemethanol; (2-Bromo-3-thienyl)methanol; 2-Bromothiophene-3-methanol; 2-Bromo-3-(hydroxymethyl)thiophene; α-(2-Bromothien-3-yl)methanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Bromothien-3-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for reliable supply to regulated industries.

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 the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

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