3,4-Dimethoxythiophene

• CAT Number: L049194
• CAS Number: 51792-34-8
• Molecular Formula: C6H8O2S
• Molecular Weight: 144.19
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 3,4-dimethoxythiophene
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H8O2S/c1-7-5-3-9-4-6(5)8-2/h3-4H,1-2H3
• InChIKey: ZUDCKLVMBAXBIF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: COC1=CSC=C1OC

3,4-Dimethoxythiophene(CAT: L049194) is an electron-rich heterocyclic compound featuring two methoxy groups substituted on a thiophene ring. Its strong electron-donating properties and enhanced aromatic stability make it a valuable monomer and building block in organic synthesis, especially for the development of conductive polymers, such as polythiophenes. It is commonly used in organic electronics, including OLEDs, OFETs, and photovoltaic materials, due to its excellent π-conjugation and tunable electronic properties. Additionally, 3,4-dimethoxythiophene is explored in medicinal chemistry for synthesizing sulfur-containing heterocycles and potential bioactive agents. Its high reactivity and functional group compatibility make it ideal for cross-coupling and electrophilic substitution reactions.