Description

2-Chloro-5-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic aromatic building block. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), enabling complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel compounds with specific electronic and structural properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and inflammatory diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the thiophene moiety for bioactivity.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a precursor for conjugated polymers and small molecules used in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The carboxylic acid and heterocyclic structure make it a useful scaffold for designing novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for exploring new chemical reactions and constructing complex heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid
CAS No.	926203-78-3
Molecular Formula	C11H7ClO2S
Molecular Weight	238.69 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-(2-thienyl)benzoic acid; 5-(Thiophen-2-yl)-2-chlorobenzoic acid; Benzoic acid, 2-chloro-5-(2-thienyl)-; 2-Chloro-5-(thiophene-2-yl)benzoic acid; 2-Chloro-5-(2-thiophenyl)benzoic acid; 926203-78-3; 2-Chloro-5-(thien-2-yl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5-(Thiophen-2-Yl)Benzoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.