Description

2-Chloroethyl 5-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)-2-Thienyl Ketone is a high-value, specialized organic building block featuring a reactive chloroethyl ketone group and a protected aldehyde moiety. This compound matters for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of complex heterocyclic molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing thiophene and dioxolane pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile electrophile in nucleophilic substitution reactions and as a substrate for further functional group transformations.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential use in the synthesis of organic semiconductors or ligands for catalytic systems due to its conjugated thienyl ketone system.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: Employed in methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical reactions and pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloroethyl 5-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)-2-Thienyl Ketone
CAS No.	898772-41-3
Molecular Formula	C11H11ClO3S
Molecular Weight	258.72 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)-2-thienyl 2-chloroethyl ketone; 2-Chloro-1-[5-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)thiophen-2-yl]ethanone; 1-(5-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)thiophen-2-yl)-2-chloroethanone; 2-Chloroethanone, 1-[5-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)-2-thienyl]-; 898772-41-3; 2-Chloroethyl 5-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-yl)-2-thienyl ketone; 2-(2-Chloroacetyl)-5-(1,3-dioxolan-2-yl)thiophene
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloroethyl 5-(1,3-Dioxolan-2-Yl)-2-Thienyl Ketone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque or amber glass, or stored in dark conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (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.