Description

4-Methylthiophene-3-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. Its unique structure, featuring both a nitrile group and a thiophene ring, makes it a valuable precursor for the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or starting material for the development of conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts for organic transformations.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic dyes and pigments for high-performance applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic and medicinal chemistry for exploring new synthetic pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylthiophene-3-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	73229-39-7
Molecular Formula	C6H5NS
Molecular Weight	123.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyano-4-methylthiophene; 4-Methyl-3-thiophenecarbonitrile; 4-Methylthiophene-3-carbonitrile; 3-Thiophenecarbonitrile, 4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-3-cyanothiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylthiophene-3-Carbonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee it meets your specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.