Description

2-Methyl-2H-Tetrazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its significance lies in its role as a key precursor for the synthesis of tetrazole-based compounds, which are prized for their unique biological and chemical properties. This intermediate is essential for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical companies engaged in creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs containing the tetrazole moiety, which can act as a bioisostere for carboxylic acids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where the tetrazole ring contributes to biological activity and stability.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the production of specialty polymers, coatings, and high-performance materials.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to create complexing agents and ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Energetic Materials Research: Acts as a key intermediate in the development of nitrogen-rich compounds for specialized applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A fundamental building block for academic and industrial R&D exploring new heterocyclic compounds and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2-Methyl-2H-Tetrazole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	13175-00-3
Molecular Formula	C3H4N4O2
Molecular Weight	128.09 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-2-methyl-2H-tetrazole; 2-Methyl-1H-tetrazole-5-carboxylic acid; 2-Methyl-2H-tetrazole-5-carboxylic acid; 1-Methyl-1H-tetrazole-5-carboxylic acid; Methyltetrazolecarboxylic acid; 5-Tetrazolecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-; 13175-00-3; 2-Methyltetrazole-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-2H-Tetrazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its carboxylic acid nature and potential sensitivity, it should be stored separately from strong bases, oxidizing agents, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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