Description

5-Methyl-4-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,3-Thiazol-2-Amine CAS NO 16942-66-8 is a specialized organic compound belonging to the aminothiazole class, serving as a valuable synthetic intermediate. Its core value lies in its role as a versatile building block for constructing more complex molecular architectures, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for synthesizing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas targeting central nervous system disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiazole core.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for organic ligands in catalysis or as a monomer for specialty polymers with specific electronic or thermal properties.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile reagent for constructing heterocyclic compounds, enabling medicinal chemistry and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes and organic pigments due to its aromatic and heterocyclic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-4-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,3-Thiazol-2-Amine
CAS No.	16942-66-8
Molecular Formula	C11H12N2S
Molecular Weight	204.29 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(p-Tolyl)-5-methyl-2-thiazolamine; 5-Methyl-4-(p-tolyl)thiazol-2-amine; 2-Amino-5-methyl-4-(4-methylphenyl)thiazole; 4-(4-Methylphenyl)-5-methyl-1,3-thiazol-2-amine; 5-Methyl-4-(4-methylphenyl)-2-thiazolamine; 4-(p-Methylphenyl)-5-methylthiazol-2-ylamine
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-4-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,3-Thiazol-2-Amine is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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 development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical synthesis work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to minimize exposure to moisture. Store away from incompatible materials.

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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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