Description

2-(Methylthio)-4,5-Diphenyloxazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a central oxazole ring substituted with phenyl groups and a methylthio moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications in drug discovery, ligand synthesis, and the development of novel functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a building block for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fluorescent Dye & Material Precursor: Employed in the research and production of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other optoelectronic materials.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in various name reactions and multi-step syntheses to construct more complex molecular architectures.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for chemical research in universities and corporate laboratories exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Methylthio)-4,5-Diphenyloxazole
CAS No.	14725-35-0
Molecular Formula	C16H13NOS
Molecular Weight	267.35 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Diphenyl-2-(methylthio)oxazole; 2-Methylthio-4,5-diphenyloxazole; 2-(Methylsulfanyl)-4,5-diphenyl-1,3-oxazole; 4,5-Diphenyl-2-methylmercaptooxazole; NSC 163045; Oxazole, 2-(methylthio)-4,5-diphenyl-; 2-Methylmercapto-4,5-diphenyloxazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Methylthio)-4,5-Diphenyloxazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.