| Formula / Notation | C4H4S |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 110-02-1 |
| Molecular Weight | 84.14 |
| Melting Point | -36.8 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 183.9 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.0649 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 75 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Thiophene appears as a colorless liquid with an unpleasant odor. Insoluble in water and slightly denser than water. Flash point 30 °F. Vapors heavier than air. Irritates the skin, eyes, and mucous... |
| Also Known As | 110-02-1; Thiofuran; Thiole; Thiophen; Thiotetrole; Thiacyclopentadiene; Thiofurfuran; Divinylene sulfide; Thiaphene; Thiofuram |
| Category | Organic Compounds |
What is Thiophene?
Thiophene is a monocyclic heteroarene that is furan in which the oxygen atom is replaced by a sulfur. It has a role as a non-polar solvent. It is a volatile organic compound, a member of thiophenes, a mancude organic heteromonocyclic parent and a monocyclic heteroarene.
Formula & Notation
IUPAC Name: thiophene
Other Names / Synonyms: 110-02-1; Thiofuran; Thiole; Thiophen; Thiotetrole; Thiacyclopentadiene; Thiofurfuran; Divinylene sulfide; Thiaphene; Thiofuram
Properties & Characteristics
Physical Data
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -36.8 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 183.9 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.0649 at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Molecular Weight | 84.14 |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 75 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Appearance | Thiophene appears as a colorless liquid with an unpleasant odor. Insoluble in water and slightly denser than water. Flash point 30 °F. Vapors heavier than air. Irritates the skin, eyes, and mucous... |
Uses & Applications
Safety Information
Always consult the SDS/MSDS before handling any chemical. This information is for educational purposes only.
Key Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Thiophene is a monocyclic heteroarene that is furan in which the oxygen atom is replaced by a sulfur. It has a role as a non-polar solvent. It is a volatile organic compound, a member of thiophenes, a mancude organic heteromonocyclic parent and a monocyclic heteroarene.
Used as an industrial feedstock, solvent, pharmaceutical intermediate, flavoring agent, or chemical building block.
Flammable or irritant. Many organic compounds are flammable liquids or vapours. Keep away from ignition sources. Consult SDS for specific hazard data.
The formula or notation for Thiophene is: C4H4S