Description

4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1-benzothiophene-3-carbaldehyde (Saltdata: Free) is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its unique fused bicyclic structure, which serves as a critical precursor for the development of complex pharmacologically active molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its benzothiophene core.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of organic semiconductors and functional dyes.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis Projects: A fundamental building block for contract research organizations (CROs) and custom synthesis providers.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1-benzothiophene-3-carbaldehyde (Saltdata: Free)
CAS No.	851634-60-1
Molecular Formula	C9H10OS
Molecular Weight	166.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5,6,7-Tetrahydrobenzo[b]thiophene-3-carboxaldehyde; 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1-benzothiophene-3-carboxaldehyde; 3-Formyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrobenzo[b]thiophene; 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydrobenzo[b]thiophene-3-carbaldehyde; Tetrahydrobenzothiophene-3-carbaldehyde; 851634-60-1; 3-Aldehydo-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrobenzo[b]thiophene
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1-benzothiophene-3-carbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards and can provide material suitable for use under cGMP guidelines for non-clinical development stages upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
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.