1-(3-Thienyl)ethanamine
1-(3-Thienyl)ethanamine is a chiral thiophene building block with the molecular formula C6H9NS and a molecular weight of 127.21 g/mol (CAS 118488-08-7). It pairs a primary amine with a 3-substituted thiophene ring, giving a versatile heterocyclic intermediate for chemical synthesis. Tech Serve Solutions supplies it as a research-grade fine chemical to pharmaceutical, agrochemical and laboratory developers worldwide for use in medicinal chemistry and structure-activity studies.
- Synonyms
- 1-(3-Thienyl)ethanamine1-(Thiophen-3-yl)ethanamine1-(Thiophen-3-yl)ethan-1-aminealpha-Methyl-3-thiophenemethanamine3-(1-Aminoethyl)thiophene
Heterocyclic building block
Serves as a thiophene-based C4 to C6 building block in multi-step organic synthesis. The reactive amine and aromatic thiophene ring allow onward derivatisation into more elaborate target molecules.
Pharmaceutical intermediate
Used in medicinal-chemistry programmes as an intermediate for the preparation of candidate compounds. Thiophene-bearing amines are common scaffolds explored in drug discovery.
Amide and amine chemistry
The primary amine readily undergoes acylation, reductive amination, sulfonylation and related transformations, making it useful for assembling amides, ureas and secondary or tertiary amines.
Chiral and structure-activity studies
Because the molecule carries a stereocentre at the benzylic carbon, it supports work on chiral intermediates and structure-activity relationship studies in research settings.
Laboratory reagent for research
Supplied as a reagent for laboratory and process-development research, including route scouting and analytical reference work.
| Molecular weight | 127.21 |
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| Empirical formula | C6H9NS |
Documentation
Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.
Supply & logistics
Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.
What is 1-(3-Thienyl)ethanamine used for?
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It is used primarily as a heterocyclic building block and synthetic intermediate in chemical synthesis. The combination of a primary amine and a 3-substituted thiophene ring makes it valuable for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research, amide and amine chemistry, and structure-activity studies.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula of 1-(3-Thienyl)ethanamine?
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The CAS number is 118488-08-7 and the molecular formula is C6H9NS, with a molecular weight of 127.21 g/mol. It is also described as 1-(thiophen-3-yl)ethanamine.
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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Tech Serve Solutions supplies 1-(3-Thienyl)ethanamine as a research-grade fine chemical intended for synthesis and laboratory use. We do not represent it as USP, BP or EP pharmacopoeial grade. Exact assay and a current Certificate of Analysis are confirmed for each batch on request.
How should 1-(3-Thienyl)ethanamine be handled and stored?
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Handle it as a reactive research chemical: use appropriate personal protective equipment, work with adequate ventilation, and avoid contact with skin and eyes. As a primary amine it should be kept tightly closed under inert, cool, dry conditions away from acids and oxidising agents. Always consult the current Safety Data Sheet before use; we provide an up-to-date SDS with every shipment.
How is 1-(3-Thienyl)ethanamine packed, shipped and exported?
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It is packed in appropriately sealed laboratory and bulk containers sized to the order, fully labelled and accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet. Tech Serve Solutions exports worldwide with documentation prepared to meet applicable transport and customs requirements.
How do I request a sample or quote?
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Contact Tech Serve Solutions with your required quantity, packaging and destination, and our team will respond with availability, lead time and a formal quotation. Samples can be arranged for qualified research and commercial customers.
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