CAS 98-03-3: 2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde

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Thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde

2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde is an endogenous metabolite.

2-Thiophenecarboxaldehyde is a synthetic compound that has been shown to have in vitro antifungal activity. It has also been shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria and fungi, such as Candida albicans. The antimicrobial activity of 2-thiophenecarboxaldehyde has been demonstrated by in vitro studies using human serum, metal carbonyl complexes, and sodium salts. In addition, this compound inhibits the synthesis of proteins in animal cells infected with viruses or bacteria. It also has amoebicidal activity against Entamoeba histolytica and Leishmania donovani. This compound is used for the treatment of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis.

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Thiophene-2-carboxaldehyde is used in the preparation of beta-aryl-beta-amino acids and urea derivatives. It acts as an arylation reagent. Further, it is used in the synthesis of unsaturated ketones, which serve as antiviral and cytotoxic agents. In addition to this, it is used as an intermediate to manufacture pharmaceuticals and aromatic compounds. This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.