Description

5,5'-Dibromo-4,4'-didodecyl-2,2'-bithiophene is a high-purity, functionalized bithiophene derivative, a key building block in advanced materials science. Its molecular structure, featuring bromine substituents and long alkyl chains, makes it a critical precursor for synthesizing conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of organic electronics and specialty chemical synthesis, where precise molecular control dictates material performance.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Synthesis: A fundamental monomer for constructing donor-acceptor (D-A) type conjugated polymers used in organic field-effect transistors (OFETs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Polymer Precursor: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of regioregular polythiophenes and other conductive polymers via Stille or Suzuki cross-coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Used in R&D for developing novel organic electronic materials with tailored energy levels and charge transport properties.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of more complex thiophene-based molecules for applications in sensors and electrochromic devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,5'-Dibromo-4,4'-didodecyl-2,2'-bithiophene
CAS No.	753470-95-0
Molecular Formula	C₃₆H₆₀Br₂S₂
Molecular Weight	720.78 g/mol
Synonyms	4,4'-Didodecyl-5,5'-dibromo-2,2'-bithiophene; 2,2'-Bithiophene, 5,5'-dibromo-4,4'-didodecyl-; 5,5'-Dibromo-4,4'-bis(dodecyl)-2,2'-bithiophene; DDBDBT; Br-DD-BT-Br
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,5'-Dibromo-4,4'-didodecyl-2,2'-bithiophene is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, which is critical for electronic-grade applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and GC-MS. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and quality assurance processes.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and should be handled under an inert atmosphere when appropriate for prolonged use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details

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