Description

3-Thien-3-Ylbenzoyl Chloride is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a benzoyl chloride group linked to a thiophene moiety. This compound is valued for its high reactivity as an acylating agent, enabling the efficient synthesis of amides and esters under mild conditions. It is primarily utilized by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing novel active molecules and advanced materials.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Building block for advanced agrochemicals, including herbicides and fungicides with novel modes of action.
• Precursor for functional materials, such as organic semiconductors and conductive polymers.
• Used in academic and industrial research for exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) in medicinal chemistry.
• Intermediate in the production of liquid crystal materials and photoactive compounds.
• Starting material for the development of custom ligands and catalysts in organic synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Thien-3-Ylbenzoyl Chloride
CAS No.	886851-34-9
Molecular Formula	C11H7ClOS
Molecular Weight	222.69 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Thienyl)benzoyl chloride; 3-(Thiophen-3-yl)benzoyl chloride; 3-Thiophen-3-ylbenzoyl chloride; 3-(3-Thienyl)benzoic acid chloride; m-(3-Thienyl)benzoyl chloride; Benzoyl chloride, 3-(3-thienyl)-; (3-Thiophen-3-ylphenyl)methanoyl chloride
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Quality Control

Our 3-Thien-3-Ylbenzoyl Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and industry best practices for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature and reactivity as an acid chloride, the container must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening and protected from moisture ingress.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to brown crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 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.