Description

(2,5-Dimethylthiophen-3-Yl)Methanol is a high-purity, functionalized thiophene derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile chiral building block and intermediate for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key chiral precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and antiviral drug candidates.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used in the preparation of specialized ligands for asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Monomer or precursor for conductive polymers, organic semiconductors, and nonlinear optical (NLO) materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a core structure for designing molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors in biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: Supplied for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs for custom synthesis projects from gram to kilogram scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2,5-Dimethylthiophen-3-Yl)Methanol
CAS No.	875238-39-4
Molecular Formula	C7H10OS
Molecular Weight	142.22 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dimethylthiophene; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-thiophenemethanol; (2,5-Dimethyl-3-thienyl)methanol; 2,5-Dimethylthiophene-3-methanol; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-thiophenecarbinol
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Quality Control

Our (2,5-Dimethylthiophen-3-Yl)Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for GMP and non-GMP synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C. The compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC/GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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