Description

7-Methoxy-Benzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key intermediate in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its benzothiophene core for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating novel organic electronic materials, such as semiconductors or light-emitting compounds.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile synthon for constructing complex heterocyclic systems via reactions like Suzuki coupling, hydrolysis, or further functionalization of the ester and methoxy groups.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for method development and exploring new chemical spaces in medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Methoxy-Benzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	88791-17-7
Molecular Formula	C11H10O3S
Molecular Weight	222.26 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 7-Methoxybenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylate; 7-Methoxybenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester; 2-Methoxycarbonyl-7-methoxybenzo[b]thiophene; 7-Methoxy-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 7-methoxy-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylate; 7-Methoxybenzo[b]thien-2-yl methyl carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Methoxy-Benzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

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.