Description

(2-Oxo-1,3-Benzoxazol-3(2H)-Yl)Acetonitrile is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and crop protection industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel benzoxazole-based drug candidates with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the benzoxazole scaffold.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for creating advanced organic materials, such as ligands for catalysts or components for organic electronics.
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring high-purity, complex heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Oxo-1,3-Benzoxazol-3(2H)-Yl)Acetonitrile
CAS No.	13610-48-5
Molecular Formula	C9H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	174.16 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Cyanomethyl-2-benzoxazolinone; 2-Benzoxazolinone-3-acetonitrile; (3-Oxo-1,3-dihydro-2-benzoxazolyl)acetonitrile; 2(3H)-Benzoxazolone, 3-(cyanomethyl)-; 3-(Cyanomethyl)-2-benzoxazolinone; 3-(Cyanomethyl)-2(3H)-benzoxazolone; 13610-48-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (2-Oxo-1,3-Benzoxazol-3(2H)-Yl)Acetonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, identity confirmation (IR, NMR), and impurity profiling. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) is supplied with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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