Description
Methyl 4-bromothieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylate (CAS No. 145325-40-2) is a high-purity heterocyclic compound with the molecular formula C9H6BrNO2S. This brominated thienopyridine derivative is a valuable intermediate in organic synthesis and pharmaceutical research. Its unique structure, featuring a fused thiophene-pyridine core with a reactive bromine substituent and an ester group, makes it a versatile building block for the development of novel bioactive molecules, ligands, and materials. The compound is supplied as a crystalline solid with ≥95% purity (HPLC) and is rigorously tested for quality assurance. Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture to ensure long-term stability. Suitable for use in cross-coupling reactions, medicinal chemistry, and materials science applications.
Properties
- CAS Number: 145325-40-2
- Complexity: 239
- IUPAC Name: methyl 4-bromothieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylate
- InChI: InChI=1S/C9H6BrNO2S/c1-13-9(12)7-2-5-6(10)3-11-4-8(5)14-7/h2-4H,1H3
- InChI Key: REZMNBYKKVGMCD-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 270.93026
- Molecular Formula: C9H6BrNO2S
- Molecular Weight: 272.12
- SMILES: COC(=O)C1=CC2=C(C=NC=C2S1)Br
- Topological: 67.4
- Monoisotopic Mass: 270.93026
- Synonyms: methyl 4-bromothieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylate, 145325-40-2, DTXSID50594328, Methyl 4-bromothieno(2,3-c)pyridine-2-carboxylate, DTXCID90545091, 865-019-6, 4-BROMOTHIENO[2,3-C]PYRIDINE-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID METHYL ESTER, THIENO[2,3-C]PYRIDINE-2-CARBOXYLIC ACID, 4-BROMO-, METHYL ESTER, MFCD08275124, 4-Bromo-thieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester, Methyl4-bromothieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylate, SCHEMBL5550652, REZMNBYKKVGMCD-UHFFFAOYSA-N, VFA32540, AKOS016003378, PB17516, SB20670, DS-14714, SY042019, DB-063604, CS-0041247, EN300-195728
Application
Methyl 4-bromothieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxylate serves as a key synthetic intermediate in medicinal chemistry for the development of potential drug candidates targeting neurological disorders and infectious diseases. Its bromine substituent enables participation in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to create diverse molecular architectures. The compound’s thienopyridine scaffold is particularly valuable in designing kinase inhibitors and GPCR modulators. Researchers also utilize this building block in materials science for constructing organic semiconductors and luminescent materials.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H302 (100%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Acute Tox. 4 (100%)
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2A (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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