Description

6-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized benzothiophene derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique molecular scaffold, which is integral for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds with targeted properties. This intermediate is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to develop new 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 oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the benzothiophene core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Employed as a monomer or building block for developing organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, enabling structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments due to its fused aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	82787-84-6
Molecular Formula	C10H8O2S
Molecular Weight	192.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methyl-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 3-Carboxy-6-methylbenzo[b]thiophene; 6-Methylbenzo[b]thiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Methyl-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Methylbenzothiophene-3-carboxylic acid; 6-Methyl-3-benzothiophenecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Methylbenzo[B]Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and cGMP-compliant synthesis.

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 organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed to protect from moisture and contamination.

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.