Description

4-Bromo-5-Phenylthiophene-2-Carbaldehyde is a high-value, multi-functional organic building block featuring a reactive aldehyde group on a brominated phenylthiophene scaffold. This compound matters for its versatility in facilitating complex molecular construction, serving as a critical precursor in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel small molecule drugs, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents and herbicides.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors used in OLEDs, OFETs, and solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The aldehyde and bromine functionalities allow for the creation of complex chelating ligands for catalytic systems.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and cross-coupling reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Precursor: Useful in synthesizing novel thiophene-based dyes and colorants.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-5-Phenylthiophene-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	72899-38-8
Molecular Formula	C11H7BrOS
Molecular Weight	267.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Phenyl-4-bromothiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 4-Bromo-5-phenyl-2-thiophenecarboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-4-bromo-5-phenylthiophene; 4-Bromo-5-phenylthiophene-2-carboxaldehyde; 72899-38-8; 4-Bromo-5-phenyl-2-thienylcarboxaldehyde; 5-Phenyl-4-bromo-2-thiophenecarbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-5-Phenylthiophene-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This compound is easily oxidized and light-sensitive. Allow the container to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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