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2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene
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2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene is a conjugated heterocyclic compound known as Fluorescent Brightener 185, widely used as an optical brightener for plastics, synthetic fibres and coatings, and also employed as a fluorescent dye and scintillator. It acts as a fluorescent whitening agent, absorbing ultraviolet light and re-emitting it as blue light. CAS 2866-43-5, molecular formula C18H10N2O2S, molecular weight 318.3492. Stored at ambient conditions with no signal word required. Molekula supplies 2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 74127555
- CAS Number
- 2866-43-5
- IUPAC Name
- 2-[5-(1,3-benzoxazol-2-yl)thiophen-2-yl]-1,3-benzoxazole
- EC Number
- 220-685-1
- Molecular Formula
- C18H10N2O2S
- Molecular Weight
- 318.3492
- Exact Mass
- 318.0463
- SMILES
- C1=CC=C2C(=C1)N=C(O2)C3=CC=C(S3)C4=NC5=CC=CC=C5O4
- InChIKey
- UGFSLKRMHPGLFU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C18H10N2O2S/c1-3-7-13-11(5-1)19-17(21-13)15-9-10-16(23-15)18-20-12-6-2-4-8-14(12)22-18/h1-10H
- PubChem CID
- 17867
Synonyms
- 2-[5-(1,3-benzoxazol-2-yl)thiophen-2-yl]-1,3-benzoxazole
- 2,2'-(2,5-Thiophenediyl)bis-benzoxazole
- 2,2'-Thiophene-2,5-diylbis(benzoxazole)
- 2,5-Bis(benzo[d]oxazol-2-yl)thiophene
- Benzoxazole, 2,2'-(2,5-thiophenediyl)bis-
- Fba 185
- Fluorescent Brightener 185
- SOF (fluorescent brightener)
- Thiophenebis(benzoxazolyl)
- Uvitex EBF
Frequently asked questions
What is 2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene primarily used for?
This compound, also known as Fluorescent Brightener 185, is primarily used as an optical brightener for plastics, synthetic fibres and coatings, absorbing UV light and emitting blue light. It is also used as a fluorescent dye and scintillator.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene?
The chemical formula is C₁₈H₁₀N₂O₂S, and the molecular weight is 318.3492 g/mol.
How should 2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene be stored?
Store at ambient conditions in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials.
What grades or purities of 2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies this compound in high-purity research grade (≥98%) for laboratory and development applications.
Can Molekula supply 2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can accommodate bulk orders—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability on larger quantities.
What documentation is provided with an order of 2,5-Bis(2-benzoxazolyl)thiophene?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.