CAS 1918-79-2

5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid

Description:

5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid is an organic compound characterized by its thiophene ring structure, which includes a sulfur atom in the five-membered aromatic ring. This compound features a carboxylic acid functional group (-COOH) and a methyl group (-CH3) attached to the thiophene ring, specifically at the 5 and 2 positions, respectively. The presence of the carboxylic acid group imparts acidic properties, allowing it to participate in various chemical reactions, such as esterification and amidation. The methyl group contributes to the compound's hydrophobic characteristics, influencing its solubility in organic solvents. 5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid is of interest in organic synthesis and materials science, often serving as a building block for more complex molecules. Its unique structure may also confer specific biological activities, making it a subject of study in medicinal chemistry. Overall, this compound exemplifies the diverse chemistry of thiophene derivatives, with applications spanning from pharmaceuticals to agrochemicals.

Formula: C₆H₆O₂S

InChI: InChI=1S/C6H6O2S/c1-4-2-3-5(9-4)6(7)8/h2-3H,1H3,(H,7,8)

InChI key: InChIKey=VCNGNQLPFHVODE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(O)(=O)C=1SC(C)=CC1

Synonyms:

• 2-Carboxy-5-methylthiophene
• 2-Methyl-5-thiophenecarboxylic acid
• 2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-methyl-
• 5-Methylthiophene-2-Carboxylate
• 5-Methylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid
• Akos B000091
• NSC 89698
• Rarechem Al Be 0181
• 5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid

5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic Acid

CAS: 1918-79-2

Formula: C₆H₆O₂S

Purity: >98.0%(GC)(T)

Color and Shape: White to Light yellow to Dark green powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 142.17

Ref: 3B-M1118

5-Methylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid, 98+%

CAS: 1918-79-2

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Formula: C₆H₆O₂S

Purity: 98+%

Color and Shape: Powder, Cream to pale brown or pale yellow

Molecular weight: 142.17

Ref: 02-A17737

2-Thiophenecarboxylic acid, 5-methyl-

CAS: 1918-79-2

Formula: C₆H₆O₂S

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 142.1756

Ref: IN-DA002FH7

5-Methylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid

CAS: 1918-79-2

5-Methylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid

Formula: C₆H₆O₂S

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: faint yellow powder

Molecular weight: 142.18g/mol

Ref: 54-OR9459

5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid

CAS: 1918-79-2

5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid is an organic compound with the molecular formula CH3COOH. It has a carboxyl group at one end and a methyl group at the other, hence its name. 5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid is used in the synthesis of esters that are useful as intermediates in the production of pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and other chemicals. The asymmetric synthesis of 5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid was accomplished by reacting it with sodium hydroxide in methanol. The compound is also found to have anticarcinogenic properties. A study conducted on mice showed that 5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid inhibited skin cancer by inducing apoptosis in melanoma cells and inhibiting cell proliferation. 5-Methyl-2-thiophenecarboxylic acid has been shown to

Formula: C₆H₆O₂S

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 142.18 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FM29285

5-Methylthiophene-2-carboxylic acid

CAS: 1918-79-2

Formula: C₆H₆O₂S

Purity: 97%

Color and Shape: Beige powder

Molecular weight: 142.17

Ref: 10-F045076