Description

7-Chloro-2-Methylbenzoxazole CAS NO 126892-02-2 is a versatile benzoxazole derivative, a key heterocyclic building block prized for its structural framework in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a crucial intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. Industrial researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors need it for creating novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a core scaffold in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) agents and antimicrobials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a precursor for electron-transporting or host materials in the manufacture of advanced display technologies.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes, fluorescent markers, and photostable pigments.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific properties like UV stability or altered electronic characteristics.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	7-Chloro-2-Methylbenzoxazole
CAS No.	126892-02-2
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO
Molecular Weight	167.59 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Chloro-2-methyl-1,3-benzoxazole; 2-Methyl-7-chlorobenzoxazole; 7-Chloro-2-methylbenzoxazole; Benzoxazole, 7-chloro-2-methyl-; 126892-02-2; 7-Chloro-2-methyl-benzooxazole; 2-Methyl-7-chloro-1,3-benzoxazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Chloro-2-Methylbenzoxazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment and are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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