Description

5-(5-Bromo-2-Thienyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid is a high-purity, versatile organic building block characterized by its brominated thiophene and carboxylic acid functionalities. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and advanced material science, where precise molecular architecture is required. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the thiophene moiety for bioactivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the synthesis of conjugated polymers and organic semiconductors for electronic applications.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and asymmetric catalysis.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized as a building block for synthesizing molecular probes and fluorescent tags used in biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(5-Bromo-2-Thienyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid
CAS No.	90971-93-0
Molecular Formula	C9H9BrO3S
Molecular Weight	277.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(5-Bromo-2-thienyl)-5-oxopentanoic acid; 5-Oxo-5-(5-bromothiophen-2-yl)pentanoic acid; 5-(5-Bromothiophen-2-yl)-5-oxopentanoic acid; 5-(5-Bromo-2-thienyl)-5-oxovaleric acid; 5-(5-Bromo-2-thienyl)levulinic acid; 5-Bromo-2-thiophenelevulinic acid; 90971-93-0; 5-(5-Bromothien-2-yl)-5-oxopentanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(5-Bromo-2-Thienyl)-5-Oxovaleric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. Our quality commitment supports applications in regulated research and development environments.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

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	≤ 1.0%
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.