Thiophene

Thiophene (CAS 110-02-1), also known as thiofuran or thiole, is a sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound used as a chemical intermediate and flavoring agent in the food and fragrance industry.

Where is Thiophene used?

• Food flavoring: recreating roasted, cooked meat and savory notes
• Seasonings and flavor blends: sulfurous, meat-like aromatic profile
• Fragrance: sulfurous or roasted character in specialty compositions
• Fine chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing: synthetic intermediate
• The thiophene ring is incorporated into active compound structures for medicine.

Good to know: Buyers should confirm grade specifications against their formulation or synthesis requirements prior to sourcing materials.

Commercial specifications

• Purity levels typically at 99% or above for flavor and fine chemical applications
• Technical and high-purity grades
• Liquid in drum and bulk quantities