Description

5-Nitro-Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile nitro-thiophene derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized thiophene core, which is essential for constructing complex heterocyclic systems with tailored electronic and biological properties. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or acting as enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the nitro-thiophene scaffold.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent for creating conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and advanced electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: An essential building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds, such as fused thiophene systems, via further functionalization reactions.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and organic pigments due to its chromophoric properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Nitro-Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	88770-22-3
Molecular Formula	C7H5NO4S
Molecular Weight	199.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-nitrothiophene-3-carboxylate; 3-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-nitro-, methyl ester; 5-Nitro-3-thiophenecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-nitro-3-thienylcarboxylate; 5-Nitro-thiophene-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 5-Nitrothiophene-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Nitro-Thiophene-3-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat sources and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling should be minimized under direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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%

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