Description

5-Bromo-4-Methylthiazole is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine substituent and stable thiazole core, enabling precise molecular construction in complex chemical pathways. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and fine chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the thiazole moiety's bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a versatile scaffold or labeling agent in the design of molecular probes and enzyme inhibitors.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring regioselective functionalization on the thiazole ring.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-4-Methylthiazole
CAS No.	111600-83-0
Molecular Formula	C4H4BrNS
Molecular Weight	178.05 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-5-bromothiazole; 5-Bromo-4-methyl-1,3-thiazole; Thiazole, 5-bromo-4-methyl-; 5-Brom-4-methylthiazol (German); 5-ブロモ-4-メチルチアゾール (Japanese)
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-4-Methylthiazole is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. All products undergo comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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