Description

4-(3-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid is a high-purity organic building block featuring a benzoic acid moiety linked to a substituted thiophene ring. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial 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-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile reagent for exploratory organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry projects in research institutions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(3-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	76099-89-3
Molecular Formula	C12H10O2S
Molecular Weight	218.27 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(3-Methyl-2-thienyl)benzoic acid; [1,1'-Biphenyl]-4-carboxylic acid, 3'-methyl-2'-thienyl-; 2-(4-Carboxyphenyl)-3-methylthiophene; 3-Methyl-2-(4-carboxyphenyl)thiophene; 4-(3-Methyl-2-thiophenyl)benzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 4-(3-methyl-2-thienyl)-; 76099-89-3 (CAS)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(3-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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