Thiophene

ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Thiofuran, Tetrole, Thiacylopentadiene.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

CAS
110-02-1
EC
203-729-4
Food Code
-

Thiophene is a five-membered heterocyclic compound utilized as a fundamental building block in modern organic synthesis. It is a high-purity liquid characterized by its distinct odor and reactivity in aromatic substitution.

This intermediate is essential for the production of Specialty Chemicals used in the electronics and polymer industries. Its derivatives are critical in manufacturing conducting polymers and high-efficiency organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).

In the life sciences sector, it serves as a core scaffold for API synthesis. Its unique electronic properties allow for the modification of pharmacological profiles in various therapeutic drug classes.

Thiophene
  • Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and antifungal agents.
  • Agrochemicals: Used in the manufacture of high-efficacy herbicides and fungicides for crop protection.
  • Material Science: Serves as a monomer for polythiophene, a conductive polymer used in anti-static coatings and solar cells.

Classified as Highly Flammable Liquid and Harmful if swallowed. It is a Category 4 Acute Toxicant. Keep away from heat/sparks; use Explosion-proof Equipment and Protective Gloves/Goggles.

200 kg Steel Drums, 1000 kg IBC Tanks, or specialized ISO containers for hazardous liquids.

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