Thiophene, also commonly called thiofuran, is a heterocyclic compound with the formula C4H4S. Consisting of a
flat five-membered ring, it is aromatic as indicated by its extensive substitution reactions. Related to thiophene are
benzothiophene and dibenzothiophene, containing the thiophene ring fused with one and two benzene rings,
respectively. Compounds analogous to thiophene include furan (C4H4O) and pyrrole (C4H4NH).
Specification
Appearance: Achromatism lucency liquid
Assay (By HPLC): 99.5% min
Lose on drying: 0.5% max
Comparative density : 1.0649
Melting point: –38.2 ºC
Application
Thiophene is an important organic chemical material widely used in dyes, medicines and resins; also used in
the manufacture of color films and in the extraction and separation of metals like uranium etc.
Package
200kg/plastic drum, 16 tons per 20'ft container
Storage & Handling
Stored it in a cool and dry place. Keep it away from heat and fire.