Description

Methyl 3-(3-Methyl-2-Thienyl)Acrylate is a high-purity specialty acrylate ester monomer featuring a thiophene-based aromatic heterocycle. This compound is valued for its role as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the introduction of unique electronic and structural properties into target molecules. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing specific receptor binding profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced crop protection agents, where the thienyl moiety can contribute to biological activity and photostability.
• Functional Polymer & Material Science: Acts as a monomer for synthesizing specialty polymers with tailored properties for organic electronics, such as conductive polymers, organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), or photovoltaic materials.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of advanced dyes, pigments, and liquid crystal compounds due to the electron-rich thiophene ring system.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for academic and industrial research in heterocyclic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and materials science.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 3-(3-Methyl-2-Thienyl)Acrylate
CAS No.	873208-18-5
Molecular Formula	C9H10O2S
Molecular Weight	182.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl (E)-3-(3-Methylthiophen-2-yl)acrylate; Methyl 3-(3-Methyl-2-thienyl)-2-propenoate; 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(3-methyl-2-thienyl)-, methyl ester; (E)-Methyl 3-(3-methylthiophen-2-yl)acrylate; Methyl trans-3-(3-methyl-2-thienyl)acrylate; 3-(3-Methyl-2-thienyl)acrylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 3-(3-Methyl-2-Thienyl)Acrylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications for research and commercial use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Isomeric Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (E-isomer)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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