Chemical Properties
clear yellow to light brown liquid
Uses
3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde is used in biological studies to determine the volatile compounds formed from the interaction between organoselenium and sulfur compounds.
Definition
ChEBI: An aldehyde that is thiophene substituted by a formyl group at position 3.
Application
3-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde is a versatile organic compound known for its unique thiophene ring structure, which imparts distinct chemical properties. This compound is widely utilized in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, making it a valuable building block in organic chemistry.
Synthesis Reference(s)
Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 16, p. 1361, 1973
DOI: 10.1021/jm00270a009Organic Syntheses, Coll. Vol. 4, p. 918, 1963