Description

Methyl 5-Methylthiophene-2-Glyoxylate is a high-purity organic building block and a key synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its reactive glyoxylate ester functionality, which enables its use in the construction of complex heterocyclic and pharmaceutical scaffolds. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thiophene or substituted heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the thiophene moiety for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or emissive layer components in OLED device fabrication.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis or as a scaffold for organocatalysts.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile starting material for exploring new reaction methodologies and constructing diverse chemical libraries for screening.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integrated into multi-step synthesis pathways for producing specialty chemicals and performance materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Methylthiophene-2-Glyoxylate
CAS No.	70596-06-4
Molecular Formula	C9H10O3S
Molecular Weight	198.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (5-methyl-2-thienyl)oxoacetate; 5-Methyl-2-thiopheneglyoxylic Acid Methyl Ester; Methyl 5-methyl-2-thiopheneglyoxylate; 2-Thiopheneglyoxylic acid, 5-methyl-, methyl ester; Methyl 5-methylthiophene-2-glyoxylate; Oxo(5-methyl-2-thienyl)acetic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Methylthiophene-2-Glyoxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.