Description

(5-Bromothien-2-Yl)Methanol is a versatile brominated heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in providing a functionalized thiophene scaffold that is readily amenable to further chemical modifications, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the thiophene moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a monomer or building block for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and photovoltaic cells.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: The functional groups allow for its use in creating specialized ligands for metal catalysis and organocatalysts.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and creating compound libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	(5-Bromothien-2-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	79387-71-6
Molecular Formula	C5H5BrOS
Molecular Weight	193.06 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-bromothiophene; 5-Bromo-2-thiophenemethanol; (5-Bromo-2-thienyl)methanol; 5-Bromothiophene-2-methanol; 5-Bromo-2-thienylcarbinol; 2-Bromo-5-(hydroxymethyl)thiophene; 5-Bromothien-2-ylmethanol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (5-Bromothien-2-Yl)Methanol is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of GMP and ISO standards for fine chemical manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber or opaque.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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