Description

1,4-Dihydro-5H-Tetrazol-5-One CAS NO 16421-52-6 is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the tetrazole class, valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a critical precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and energetic materials. This high-purity compound is essential for research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in medicinal chemistry, material science, and specialty chemical production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing tetrazole moieties known for bioisosteric replacement of carboxylic acids.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Energetic Materials Research: Acts as a nitrogen-rich heterocycle in the development of advanced propellants and explosives.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a ligand or building block for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of polymers and specialty materials requiring high nitrogen content or specific heterocyclic structures.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent for academic and industrial R&D in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dihydro-5H-Tetrazol-5-One
CAS No.	16421-52-6
Molecular Formula	C1H2N4O
Molecular Weight	86.05 g/mol
Synonyms	5H-Tetrazol-5-one, 1,4-dihydro-; 1,4-Dihydro-5H-tetrazol-5-one; Tetrazolone; 5-Oxo-1,4-dihydro-5H-tetrazole; 1H-Tetrazol-5(4H)-one; 5-Hydroxytetrazole; Tetrazol-5-one
EINECS	240-450-6

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dihydro-5H-Tetrazol-5-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are available upon request.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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