Benzo[b]thiophen-2-amine

• CAT Number: R038664
• CAS Number: 4521-30-6
• Molecular Formula: C8H7NS
• Molecular Weight: 149.211
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at RT
• IUPAC Name: 1-benzothiophen-2-amine
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H7NS/c9-8-5-6-3-1-2-4-7(6)10-8/h1-5H,9H2
• InChIKey: VJYJBBMMLIDJEF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC=C2C(=C1)C=C(S2)N

Benzo[b]thiophen-2-amine is a heterocyclic compound consisting of a benzene ring fused to a thiophene ring, with an amine group attached at the 2-position. This structure makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly in pharmaceutical research, where benzo[b]thiophene derivatives are studied for their potential biological activity. The compound is used in the development of bioactive molecules, including drugs with anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antimicrobial properties. Researchers utilize Benzo[b]thiophen-2-amine in the synthesis of novel compounds, exploring its reactivity and potential as a scaffold for designing therapeutic agents.