Description

5-Oxazolecarboxylic Acid, 2-Bromo-, Methyl Ester is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine substituent and ester functionality, which make it a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research and development laboratories, as well as production facilities, in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly for incorporating the oxazole moiety into bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the oxazole ring can contribute to specific biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a precursor for the synthesis of specialized polymers, ligands, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes due to its modifiable functional groups.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromine atom makes it a suitable substrate for various palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) to form new carbon-carbon bonds.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and synthetic chemistry research in academic and CRO (Contract Research Organization) settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Oxazolecarboxylic Acid, 2-Bromo-, Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1092351-96-6
Molecular Formula	C6H4BrNO3
Molecular Weight	218.01 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Bromo-5-oxazolecarboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromo-1,3-oxazole-5-carboxylate; 2-Bromooxazole-5-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-bromooxazole-5-carboxylate; 1,3-Oxazole-5-carboxylic acid, 2-bromo-, methyl ester; 2-Bromo-5-methoxycarbonyloxazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Oxazolecarboxylic Acid, 2-Bromo-, Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and production use. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We ensure compliance with relevant industry standards for fine chemical intermediates.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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