Description

5-Thiazolecarboxaldehyde is a versatile heterocyclic building block and a key aldehyde intermediate in organic synthesis. Its reactive formyl group makes it a crucial precursor for synthesizing a wide range of more complex thiazole derivatives, including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical starting material for the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing thiazole cores, which are common in various therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides where the thiazole moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental reagent for constructing heterocyclic libraries in medicinal chemistry and for exploring new synthetic methodologies.
• Fine Chemical Production: Integral to the multi-step synthesis of complex fine chemicals and specialty additives.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Thiazolecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	1003-82-3
Molecular Formula	C4H3NOS
Molecular Weight	113.14 g/mol
Synonyms	Thiazole-5-carboxaldehyde; 5-Formylthiazole; 1,3-Thiazole-5-carbaldehyde; 5-Thiazolecarbaldehyde; 5-Thiazolylcarboxaldehyde; 5-Carboxaldehydethiazole; 5-Thiazole aldehyde
EINECS	213-705-5

Quality Control

Our 5-Thiazolecarboxaldehyde is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, identity, and related substances is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown liquid or low-melting solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.