Description

2-(Isocyanatomethyl)Thiophene(Saltdata: Free) is a versatile and reactive heterocyclic building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its ability to introduce the thiophene moiety and an isocyanate functional group into target molecules, enabling the creation of novel polymers, agrochemicals, and pharmaceutical intermediates. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thiophene heterocycles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Polymer & Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers, polyurethanes, and advanced materials.
• Chemical Research (R&D): An essential building block in medicinal chemistry and organic synthesis for creating compound libraries and exploring new chemical spaces.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used to synthesize novel ligands for metal complexes and catalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Employed in the synthesis of organic dyes and pigments with specific optical properties.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-(Isocyanatomethyl)Thiophene(Saltdata: Free)
CAS No.	71189-20-3
Molecular Formula	C6H5NOS
Molecular Weight	139.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Isocyanatomethyl)thiophene; 2-Thiophenemethyl isocyanate; (Thiophen-2-yl)methyl isocyanate; Isocyanatomethyl thiophene; 2-Thienylmethyl isocyanate; NSC 405124; AI3-52711
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Isocyanatomethyl)Thiophene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.