Description

2-Benzoxazoleacetic Acid, Ethyl Ester is a versatile organic ester building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a key intermediate for constructing complex heterocyclic systems and functional molecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel benzoxazole-based drug candidates, including potential anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and central nervous system (CNS) agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the benzoxazole scaffold's bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in the fabrication of OLED devices.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: The ester and heterocyclic nitrogen can be modified to create novel chelating ligands for catalysis and material science.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a functional modifier to impart specific thermal, optical, or mechanical properties to advanced materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for methodological studies in heterocyclic chemistry and the exploration of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Benzoxazoleacetic Acid, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	16105-44-5
Molecular Formula	C11H11NO3
Molecular Weight	205.21 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-Benzoxazoleacetate; Ethyl (Benzoxazol-2-yl)acetate; 2-Benzoxazolylacetic Acid Ethyl Ester; (2-Benzoxazolyl)acetic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl (2-Benzoxazolyl)acetate; NSC 163045; Benzo[d]oxazol-2-ylacetic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Benzoxazoleacetic Acid, Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and 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)	≥ 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.