Description

1-(5-Bromo-4-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Ethanone is a high-purity brominated thiophene derivative, serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in providing a reactive ketone functional group adjacent to a halogenated heterocyclic core, enabling precise molecular construction. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the thiophene scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of conductive polymers and organic semiconductors (OLEDs, OFETs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing fluorescent tags and molecular probes for diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(5-Bromo-4-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Ethanone
CAS No.	859199-06-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7BrOS
Molecular Weight	219.10 g/mol
Synonyms	5'-Bromo-4'-methyl-2-acetylthiophene; 2-Acetyl-5-bromo-4-methylthiophene; 1-(5-Bromo-4-methyl-2-thienyl)ethanone; Ethanone, 1-(5-bromo-4-methyl-2-thienyl)-; 5-Bromo-4-methyl-2-acetylthiophene; 2-Acetyl-4-methyl-5-bromothiophene; 1-(5-Bromo-4-methylthiophen-2-yl)ethan-1-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(5-Bromo-4-Methylthiophen-2-Yl)Ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring GMP-grade intermediates and research chemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be amber glass or opaque to prevent degradation.

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.