Chemical Name: | 5-bromo-2-benzothiophene |
CAS Number: | 133150-64-8 |
Product Number: | AG0014BW(AGN-PC-03BIKV) |
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Molecular Formula: | C8H5BrS |
Molecular Weight: | 213.0943 |
5-Bromobenzo[c]thiophene is a versatile building block used in chemical synthesis for the creation of various organic compounds. Its unique structure and reactivity make it an essential reagent in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. In organic synthesis, 5-Bromobenzo[c]thiophene can undergo various transformations such as Suzuki coupling, Heck reaction, and Sonogashira coupling to introduce different functional groups into a molecule. Additionally, its presence in the molecule can impart desirable properties such as improved solubility, stability, and biological activity. This compound plays a crucial role in the preparation of complex organic molecules and is an indispensable tool for medicinal chemists and process chemists alike.