Description

2-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-1,3-oxazole-4-carboxylic acid is a high-value heterocyclic building block characterized by its oxazole core and trifluoromethyl group. This compound matters for its role as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced agrochemicals and pharmaceuticals, where it imparts desirable metabolic stability and lipophilicity. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, crop protection, and pharmaceutical industries for constructing novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in antiviral and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Essential building block for creating next-generation herbicides and fungicides with enhanced efficacy and environmental profile.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Serves as a versatile scaffold for designing enzyme inhibitors and molecular probes in biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis: Employed by contract research and manufacturing organizations (CROs/CMOs) for bespoke chemical synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,3-Oxazole-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	18955-88-9
Molecular Formula	C6H4F3NO3
Molecular Weight	195.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-4-oxazolecarboxylic acid; 4-Oxazolecarboxylic acid, 2-methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)-; 2-Methyl-5-trifluoromethyloxazole-4-carboxylic acid; 5-(Trifluoromethyl)-2-methyl-4-oxazolecarboxylic acid; 2-Methyl-5-(trifluoromethyl)oxazole-4-carboxylic acid; 18955-88-9; MFCD11871103
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,3-Oxazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.