2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97%

About 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97%

2-Acetylbenzothiophene is a sulfur heterocycle carrying the CAS registry number 22720-75-8 at a purity of 97%. With the molecular formula C10H8OS, it has a molar mass of 176.24 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 1-(1-benzothiophen-2-yl)ethanone. Alternative names: 1-Benzo[b]thiophen-2-yl-ethanone and Ethanone, 1-benzo(b)thien-2-yl-.

It is supplied as white to tan to orange powder or crystals or chunks. Reported physical data include a melting point of 86-90 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span organic synthesis and API synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 1 g, 5 g and 100 g packs, 2-Acetylbenzothiophene is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97%
Catalogue No.	VQ-012283
CAS Number	22720-75-8
IUPAC name	1-(1-benzothiophen-2-yl)ethanone
Molecular formula	C₁₀H₈OS
Molecular weight	176.24 g/mol
Exact mass	176.0296
Purity / assay	97%
HSN code	29221990
InChIKey	SGSGCQGCVKWRNM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)C1=CC2=CC=CC=C2S1
PubChem CID	89805

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to tan to orange powder or crystals or chunks
Melting point	86-90 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	3
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	45.3 Å²
Synonyms	1-Benzo[b]thiophen-2-yl-ethanone, Ethanone, 1-benzo(b)thien-2-yl-, 2-ABT cpd, 2-Acetylbenzo[b]thiophene, 1-(benzo[b]thiophen-2-yl)ethanone, 1-(1-benzothiophen-2-yl)ethan-1-one, 2-Acetyl benzo[b]thiophene, 1-Benzo-[b]thien-2-ylethanone, Ethanone, 1-benzo[b]thienyl-, 1-(benzo[b]thiophen-2-yl)ethan-1-one, 1-(benzo[b]thiophen-2-yl]ethan-1-one, 1-(benzothiophen-2-yl)ethanone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Precautionary statements: P264, P270, P301 + P317, P330, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97% is 22720-75-8. It is also known as 1-Benzo[b]thiophen-2-yl-ethanone, Ethanone, 1-benzo(b)thien-2-yl-, 2-ABT cpd.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97%?

2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97% has the molecular formula C10H8OS and a molecular weight of 176.24 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-(1-benzothiophen-2-yl)ethanone.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97% can I order?

We supply 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97% in (97%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 100 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Acetylbenzothiophene, 97% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.