Description

5-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,3-Oxazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring an oxazole ring linked to a para-methylphenyl group. This structure makes it a valuable key intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for creating novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a core scaffold for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its bioactive heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) emitters and charge transport materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in academic and industrial research to create molecular probes for studying biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes under cGMP or ISO standards.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	5-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,3-Oxazole
CAS No.	143659-19-2
Molecular Formula	C10H9NO
Molecular Weight	159.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(p-Tolyl)-1,3-oxazole; 5-(4-Methylphenyl)oxazole; 4-Methyl-5-phenyloxazole; 5-(4-Methylphenyl)oxazole; p-Tolyloxazole; 1,3-Oxazole, 5-(4-methylphenyl)-; 5-(p-Methylphenyl)oxazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for all our fine chemical intermediates. Production is supported by in-process controls and validated analytical methods, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. Our quality system supports production for research, development, and commercial scale under relevant ISO and cGMP guidelines as required.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.