Description

2-(5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity brominated thiophene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive carboxylic acid group and halogenated heterocyclic structure, enabling precise molecular modifications. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the thiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the production of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and specialty dyes.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to create complex, functionalized molecules.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for synthesizing novel ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and asymmetric catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	71637-38-2
Molecular Formula	C6H5BrO2S
Molecular Weight	221.07 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-thienylacetic Acid; (5-Bromo-2-thienyl)acetic Acid; 2-(5-Bromo-2-thienyl)acetic Acid; 2-Thiopheneacetic acid, 5-bromo-; 5-Bromothiophene-2-acetic Acid; 71637-38-2; AA-562/40234062
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(5-Bromothiophen-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We guarantee high chemical purity and consistency, with specifications typically meeting or exceeding 97% (HPLC). A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

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 away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and heat sources. Due to its nature as a strong acid/organic solvent, appropriate chemical handling procedures should be followed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.