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Selenophene

SKU 76723073 CAS 288-05-1 C4H4Se MW 131.03 Available on enquiry

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Selenophene is a five-membered heterocyclic compound containing selenium, widely used as a building block in organic synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and materials science for its unique electronic properties. It serves as a key intermediate in the production of conductive polymers, agrochemicals, and advanced organic electronics. Selenophene has a CAS number of 288-05-1, a molecular formula of C4H4Se, and a molecular weight of 131.03. It is stored at ambient conditions but requires careful handling due to its hazardous nature, with a signal word of Danger. Molekula supplies Selenophene 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.

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Overview

SKU: 76723073
CAS Number: 288-05-1
IUPAC Name: selenophene
Molecular Formula: C4H4Se
Molecular Weight: 131.03
Exact Mass: 131.9478
SMILES: C1=C[Se]C=C1
InChIKey: MABNMNVCOAICNO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C4H4Se/c1-2-4-5-3-1/h1-4H
PubChem CID: 136130

Synonyms

C4H4Se
MABNMNVCOAICNO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SELENACYCLOPENTADIENE
SELENOFURAN
Selenophene >Selenophene (6CI, 7CI, 8CI, 9CI, ACI)

Frequently asked questions

What is selenophene commonly used for?

Selenophene is primarily used as a building block in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of polymers, pharmaceuticals, and materials for optoelectronics due to its unique electronic properties.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of selenophene?

The chemical formula is **C₄H₄Se**, and the molecular weight is **131.03 g/mol**.

How should selenophene be stored?

Store selenophene at **ambient temperature** in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible substances and sources of ignition.

What purity grades of selenophene does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies selenophene in **high-purity research-grade** (typically ≥98%).

Can Molekula supply selenophene in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide selenophene in **bulk quantities** upon request, subject to availability and customer requirements.

What documentation comes with a selenophene order?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.

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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.