2-Acetylthiophene, 98%

Name: 2-Acetylthiophene, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019119

About 2-Acetylthiophene, 98%

Listed under CAS 88-15-3, 2-Acetylthiophene is an aroma chemical available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. Formula C6H6OS, molecular weight 126.18 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1-thiophen-2-ylethanone. Alternative names: Methyl-2-thienyl ketone and 1-(2-Thienyl)ethanone.

The material typically appears as a colourless to light yellow liquid. Literature values give a melting point of 10-11 °C and a boiling point of 214 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 4 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and pharmaceutical synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are food and beverage processing, cosmetics and personal care and pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 2-Acetylthiophene in 100 mL, 500 mL and 5 L packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Pharmaceutical synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Acetylthiophene, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019119
CAS Number	88-15-3
IUPAC name	1-thiophen-2-ylethanone
Molecular formula	C₆H₆OS
Molecular weight	126.18 g/mol
Exact mass	126.0139
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29349900
InChIKey	WYJOVVXUZNRJQY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(=O)C1=CC=CS1
PubChem CID	6920

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow liquid
Melting point	10-11 °C
Boiling point	214 °C
Density	1.168 g/ml at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	45.3 Å²
UN number	UN 2810
Synonyms	Methyl-2-thienyl ketone, 1-(2-Thienyl)ethanone, Methyl 2-thienyl ketone, 2-Acetothienone, 2-Acetothiophene, Ethanone, 1-(2-thienyl)-, Ketone, methyl 2-thienyl, 2-Thienyl methyl ketone, 1-(thiophen-2-yl)ethan-1-one, alpha-Acetylthiophene, 1-thiophen-2-yl-ethanone, 1-(thiophen-2-yl)ethanone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H311Toxic in contact with skin
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P316, P317, P321, P330, P361 + P364, P362 + P364, P405, 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-Acetylthiophene, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Acetylthiophene, 98% is 88-15-3. It is also known as Methyl-2-thienyl ketone, 1-(2-Thienyl)ethanone, Methyl 2-thienyl ketone.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Acetylthiophene, 98%?

2-Acetylthiophene, 98% has the molecular formula C6H6OS and a molecular weight of 126.18 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-thiophen-2-ylethanone.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Acetylthiophene, 98% can I order?

We supply 2-Acetylthiophene, 98% in (98%) grade, in 100 mL, 500 mL, 5 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Acetylthiophene, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Acetylthiophene, 98% 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-Acetylthiophene, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Acetylthiophene, 98% is classified as hazardous (UN 2810), 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.