Description

2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene-7-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity organic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its role in constructing complex heterocyclic systems, particularly in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with unique modes of action.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or precursor for creating specialized polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for constructing complex benzo[b]thiophene derivatives and fused ring systems.
• Ligand Synthesis: Useful for preparing specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene-7-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	75288-80-1
Molecular Formula	C10H8O2S
Molecular Weight	192.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1-benzothiophene-7-carboxylic acid; 2-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene-7-carboxylic acid; 7-Carboxy-2-methylbenzo[b]thiophene; 2-Methyl-7-benzothiophenecarboxylic acid; 2-Methylbenzo(b)thiophene-7-carboxylic acid; 2-Methyl-1-benzothiophene-7-carboxylate; 2-Methylbenzo[b]thien-7-carboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene-7-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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