Description

4-Fluorothieno[2,3-C]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, heterocyclic carboxylic acid building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure, incorporating both thiophene and pyridine motifs with a fluorine substituent, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored electronic and binding properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the fluorine atom and heterocyclic core can enhance biological activity and environmental stability.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as organic semiconductors and light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), due to its electron-deficient aromatic system.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of complex ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), leveraging its carboxylic acid functionality for coordination.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluorothieno[2,3-C]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	870235-46-4
Molecular Formula	C8H4FNO2S
Molecular Weight	197.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluorothieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-4-fluorothieno[2,3-c]pyridine; 4-Fluoro-2-thieno[2,3-c]pyridinecarboxylic acid; 870235-46-4; Thieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 4-fluoro-; 4-Fluorothieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid (ACI)
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Fluorothieno[2,3-C]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets the high-purity standards required for research and process development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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