Description

4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Thiophene is a versatile and highly reactive brominated thiophene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its dual reactive sites, which enable efficient functionalization and the construction of complex heterocyclic systems. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), functional polymers, and novel electronic materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing thiophene or fused heterocyclic scaffolds with potential therapeutic activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the thiophene moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: 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 solar cells.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis or as a core structure in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry, process chemistry, and exploratory research into new chemical entities.
• Functional Material Additive: Can be incorporated into polymers to modify properties such as conductivity, refractive index, or thermal stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Thiophene
CAS No.	79757-98-5
Molecular Formula	C5H4Br2S
Molecular Weight	255.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Bromomethyl)-4-bromothiophene; 4-Bromo-2-bromomethylthiophene; 2,4-Dibromomethylthiophene (incorrect but common alias); Thiophene, 4-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)-; α,α'-Dibromo-2,5-thiophenedimethanol (dehydrobromination precursor); 4-Bromo-2-bromomethyl-thiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-(Bromomethyl)Thiophene is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to meet the stringent requirements of R&D and scale-up manufacturing.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.