Description

7-Chloro-Benzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-inflammatory targets.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in Suzuki-Miyaura and other cross-coupling reactions to introduce the benzo[b]thiophene moiety into more complex molecules.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for medicinal chemistry programs and methodological studies in organic synthesis at universities and contract research organizations.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-Chloro-Benzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	90407-15-1
Molecular Formula	C9H5ClO2S
Molecular Weight	212.65 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chlorobenzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 7-Chloro-1-benzothiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Benzo[b]thiophenecarboxylic acid, 7-chloro-; 90407-15-1; 7-Chloro-benzo[b]thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 7-Chloro-2-carboxybenzo[b]thiophene
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Quality Control

Our 7-Chloro-Benzo[B]Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, detailing all critical specifications. Our quality commitment supports compliance with cGMP and ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical 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). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm

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