Description

2-Methyl-2-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Propanoic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a thiophene ring, a structural motif of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a valuable building block for the development of novel molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments engaged in the creation of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting the central nervous system or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiophene moiety.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for introducing the bulky 2-methyl-2-(thiophen-2-yl)propanoic acid group into more complex molecular architectures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in methodological studies and exploratory chemistry to develop new synthetic pathways and catalytic processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-2-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Propanoic Acid
CAS No.	90953-78-9
Molecular Formula	C8H10O2S
Molecular Weight	170.23 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Thienyl)-2-methylpropanoic Acid; α-Methyl-α-(2-thienyl)propionic Acid; 2-Methyl-2-(2-thienyl)propanoic Acid; 2-Thiopheneacetic acid, α,α-dimethyl-; 90953-78-9; 2-(Thiophen-2-yl)-2-methylpropanoic acid; α-(2-Thienyl)-α-methylpropionic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 2-Methyl-2-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Propanoic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your research and development processes. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible organic solvents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to preserve optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.