Description

2-Bromooxazole is a versatile halogenated heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactivity as an electrophile, enabling the introduction of the oxazole moiety into complex molecular architectures. It is primarily utilized by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases and central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a pivotal substrate in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki, Stille, and Negishi couplings for carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme mechanisms and biological pathways.
• Academic & R&D: A fundamental reagent in university and industrial research laboratories for methodological development and exploring new chemical space.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromooxazole
CAS No.	125533-82-6
Molecular Formula	C3H2BrNO
Molecular Weight	147.96 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-1,3-oxazole; Oxazole, 2-bromo-; 2-Bromooxazole; Bromooxazole; 2-Br-oxazole
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Bromooxazole is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for critical research and development applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) requirements for pharmaceutical development.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its highly volatile nature, ensure containers are kept tightly sealed when not in use to prevent evaporation and potential concentration changes. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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