Description

5-(3-Chlorophenyl)Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid CAS NO 893733-15-8 is a high-purity, functionalized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its versatile molecular scaffold, which combines a chlorinated phenyl ring with a thiophene carboxylic acid moiety, enabling precise structural modifications. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for targets requiring a biaryl thiophene core.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its halogenated aromatic system.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors for electronic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid group allows for derivatization into chelating ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) and novel heterocyclic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a specialized intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value organic molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(3-Chlorophenyl)Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	893733-15-8
Molecular Formula	C11H7ClO2S
Molecular Weight	238.69 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-(3-chlorophenyl)-; 5-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 3-Chloro-5-(thiophen-2-yl)benzoic acid (regioisomer); 5-(m-Chlorophenyl)thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 893733-15-8; 5-(3-Chlorophenyl)-2-thiophene carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

We supply 5-(3-Chlorophenyl)Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid in high-purity grades suitable for research and development. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. Quality is assured through analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.