Description

3-(2-Thienylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde is a specialized aromatic aldehyde derivative that serves as a crucial synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring both benzaldehyde and thiophene moieties, makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex heterocyclic and functionalized aromatic systems. This high-purity compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments focused on pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and transition metal complexes.
• Functional Material Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and non-linear optical (NLO) materials due to its electron-rich thiophene unit.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes and tags for studying biological processes and protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(2-Thienylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	878433-08-0
Molecular Formula	C12H10O2S
Molecular Weight	218.27 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[(Thiophen-2-yl)methoxy]benzaldehyde; 3-(Thiophen-2-ylmethoxy)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-[(2-thienyl)methoxy]-; 3-(2-Thienylmethoxy)benzaldehyde; 3-(Thien-2-ylmethoxy)benzaldehyde; 2-(3-Formylphenoxymethyl)thiophene; 3-(2-Thienylmethyloxy)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-(2-Thienylmethoxy)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our standard grade typically meets a purity specification of ≥97% (by HPLC), with detailed impurity profiling available. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are provided with each shipment. We support custom synthesis and can tailor purity grades (including ≥98% and ≥99%) to meet specific research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤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.