2-Bromo-5-methoxythiophene

CAS: 57070-77-6

Ref. 3D-HCA07077

Product Information

• Name: 2-Bromo-5-methoxythiophene
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 2-Bromo-5-methoxythiophene is a fluorophore used to study the photochemical reactions of organic molecules. It has been shown to exhibit an intramolecular reaction with methanol, which can be used for detection and identification of this compound. The synthesis of 2-bromo-5-methoxythiophene is achieved by reacting bromine and methoxybenzene in the presence of potassium carbonate. It can be detected using fluorescence spectroscopy or chemiluminescence measurements. This compound exhibits solvatochromism, which means that its emission wavelength changes depending on the solvent used. In addition, it has been shown to have a low toxicity and good stability in water and air.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 193.06 g/mol
• Formula: C₅H₅OSBr
• Purity: Min. 95%