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Methods for preparing benzodithiophenes

US7956199B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 8, 2009
Grant dateJun 7, 2011
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Expiry dateOct 8, 2029

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08G2261/92
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods of adding substituents to a benzodithiophene are disclosed. A benzodithiophene is reacted with a reagent to directly add the substituent to the benzene core of the benzodithiophene. This method eliminates steps from prior process and eliminates the need for hydrogenation, allowing for a safer and more scaleable process. The resulting benzodithiophenes are suitable for use in semiconductor polymers and have no loss of performance.

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