Product Description of 3-Methoxythiophene
3-Methoxythiophene is an organic compound possessing the molecular formula C₅H₆OS and a molecular weight of 114.17. It is a clear, light brown liquid. Its melting point is recorded at 49–50°C (recrystallized from diethyl ether/ligroin), and its boiling point ranges from 80–82°C under 65 mmHg. This substance is broadly applied for the production of pesticides, pharmaceuticals and aroma chemicals.
3-Methoxythiophene Chemical Properties
Melting point | 49-50 °C(Solv: ethyl ether (60-29-7); ligroine (8032-32-4)) |
Boiling point | 80-82 °C/65 mmHg (lit.) |
density | 1.143 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
refractive index | n20/D 1.532(lit.) |
Fp | 121 °F |
storage temp. | Keep in dark place,Inert atmosphere,2-8°C |
form | Liquid |
color | Clear light brown |
Sensitive | Air Sensitive |
BRN | 106404 |
LogP | 1.810 (est) |
CAS DataBase Reference | 17573-92-1(CAS DataBase Reference) |
NIST Chemistry Reference | Thiophene, 3-methoxy-(17573-92-1) |
Risk Statements | 10 |
Safety Statements | 16-27-36/37/39 |
RIDADR | UN 1993 3/PG 3 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
F | 13 |
HazardClass | 3 |
PackingGroup | III |
HS Code | 29339900 |
Product Application of 3-Methoxythiophene CAS#17573-92-1
3-Methoxythiophene is a critical intermediate for organic synthesis. It is extensively adopted to manufacture agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, flavourants and other associated derivatives. Additionally, it takes part in the synthesis of NSK-850, an efficient herbicide designed for paddy rice fields.
