Description

5-Hexyl-2-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized thiophene derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a carboxylic acid group on a hexyl-substituted thiophene ring, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored electronic and physical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Core monomer for constructing conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), field-effect transistors (OFETs), and solar cells.
• Liquid Crystal & Dye Chemistry: Used to synthesize functional dyes and liquid crystal compounds for display technologies and sensor applications.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Serves as a chelating ligand for metal complexes in catalysis and material science.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new chemical spaces in heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hexyl-2-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid
CAS No.	90619-86-6
Molecular Formula	C11H16O2S
Molecular Weight	212.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-hexyl-; 5-Hexylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 5-n-Hexyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-5-hexylthiophene; 5-Hexyl-2-thienoic acid; 90619-86-6; 5-Hexylthiophene-2-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Hexyl-2-Thiophenecarboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting all critical quality parameters. Our production adheres to cGMP guidelines where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most demanding R&D and scale-up processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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