Description

Ethyl 3-(Thiophen-3-Yl)Propanoate is a high-purity organic ester compound featuring a thiophene moiety, serving as a versatile and valuable chemical intermediate. Its structure makes it a critical building block for synthesizing more complex molecules in advanced research and industrial manufacturing. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the thiophene ring's bioactivity.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a precursor for monomers or functional units in conjugated polymers for applications in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or semiconductor materials.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for creating complex sulfur-containing aroma compounds, contributing to savory or roasted notes.
• Liquid Crystal & Advanced Polymer Research: Utilized as a synthon for introducing the thiophene unit into mesogenic or polymeric structures to modify electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for organic synthesis, including cross-coupling reactions, esterifications, and ring-forming transformations in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-(Thiophen-3-Yl)Propanoate
CAS No.	99198-96-6
Molecular Formula	C9H12O2S
Molecular Weight	184.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Thiophenepropanoic acid, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-(3-thienyl)propionate; 3-Thienylpropionic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl β-(3-thienyl)propionate; NSC 406916; Ethyl 3-thiophen-3-ylpropanoate; 99198-96-6; Ethyl 3-(thiophen-3-yl)propanoate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 3-(Thiophen-3-Yl)Propanoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.