α-Sexithiophene
Also known as: alpha-Sexithiophene, 2,2':5',2'':5'',2''':5''',2'''':5'''',2'''''-Sexithiophene, Sexithiophene, α-Sexithiophene (purified by sublimation), alpha-Sexithiophene (purified by sublimation), 2-(thiophen-2-yl)-5-(5-{5-[5-(thiophen-2-yl)thiophen-2-yl]thiophen-2-yl}thiophen-2-yl)thiophene, 2-thiophen-2-yl-5-[5-[5-(5-thiophen-2-ylthiophen-2-yl)thiophen-2-yl]thiophen-2-yl]thiophene, MFCD03695488, Hexathienyl, Sexithienyl, a-6T, all-2,5-Sexithiophene
α-Sexithiophene (CAS 88493-55-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C24H14S6 and a molecular weight of 494.758 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 290ºC (dec.)(lit.), a boiling point of 608.5±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 245.5±16.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 88493-55-4
- Jingsj CID
- J-37565-5
- Molecular Formula
- C24H14S6
- Molecular Weight
- 494.758 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
No offers for this compound yet.
Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 290ºC (dec.)(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 608.5±50.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 245.5±16.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 493.941956 |
| PSA | 169.44000 |
| LogP | 11.48 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.7 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.721 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2934999090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2934999090. other heterocyclic compounds. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of α-Sexithiophene?
The CAS number of α-Sexithiophene is 88493-55-4.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of α-Sexithiophene?
α-Sexithiophene has molecular formula C24H14S6 and molecular weight 494.758 g/mol.
Is α-Sexithiophene hazardous?
α-Sexithiophene has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of α-Sexithiophene?
For α-Sexithiophene, Upstream Products: 2,2':5',2''-Terthiophene, 2,2'-Bithiophene, 5,5'-Dibromo-2,2'-bithiophene.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
How to cite: Jingsj. "α-Sexithiophene (CAS 88493-55-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-37565-5 (accessed 2026-11-09).
Data for reference only; verify product details with suppliers before purchase.