Description

Sodium 2-Bromo-α-Hydroxythiophene-3-Sulphonate CAS NO 94108-06-2 is a specialized organosulfur compound that serves as a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a bromine atom and a sulphonate group on a thiophene ring, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic systems. This high-purity chemical is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of conductive polymers and specialty materials with electronic properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate for producing specialized thiophene-based dyes and colorants.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce functionalized thiophene moieties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new synthetic methodologies and compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	Sodium 2-Bromo-α-Hydroxythiophene-3-Sulphonate
CAS No.	94108-06-2
Molecular Formula	C4H2BrNaO4S2
Molecular Weight	273.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Sodium 2-Bromo-α-hydroxythiophene-3-sulfonate; 2-Bromo-3-sulfothiophene sodium salt; 3-Thiophenesulfonic acid, 2-bromo-, sodium salt; 2-Bromo-3-thiophenesulfonic acid sodium salt; Sodium 2-bromo-3-thiophenesulfonate; 2-Bromo-α-hydroxy-3-thiophenesulfonic acid sodium salt; 2-Bromothiophene-3-sulfonic acid sodium salt
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Quality Control

Our Sodium 2-Bromo-α-Hydroxythiophene-3-Sulphonate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive synthetic applications. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including HPLC and NMR, to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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