Description

5-(4-Isopropylphenyl)Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, multi-functional organic intermediate characterized by its distinct thiophene and carboxylic acid moieties. This compound is essential for advanced chemical synthesis, offering a versatile building block for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and other bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial precursor in the manufacture of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its aromatic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and liquid crystals due to the electron-rich thiophene core.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed as a versatile building block in organic synthesis for coupling reactions, metal-catalyzed transformations, and heterocyclic chemistry.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Acts as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and organic pigments where lightfastness and color properties are critical.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(4-Isopropylphenyl)Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	943115-91-1
Molecular Formula	C14H14O2S
Molecular Weight	246.32 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-[4-(1-methylethyl)phenyl]-; 5-(p-Isopropylphenyl)-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid; 5-(4-Isopropylphenyl)thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 5-(4-Propan-2-ylphenyl)thiophene-2-carboxylic acid; 943115-91-1; 5-(4-Isopropylphenyl)-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-(4-Isopropylphenyl)Thiophene-2-Carboxylic Acid adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids, bases, and oxidizing agents. Due to its carboxylic acid nature, ensure proper handling procedures are followed.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.