Description

Ethyl 4-(Hydroxymethyl)Thiazole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity, functionalized thiazole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate, enabling the construction of complex molecules with tailored properties for demanding applications. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiazole moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop molecular probes and fluorescent tags for studying biological processes.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A valuable scaffold for custom synthesis projects and scale-up manufacturing for client-specific molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 4-(Hydroxymethyl)Thiazole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1155532-65-2
Molecular Formula	C7H9NO3S
Molecular Weight	187.22 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Thiazolecarboxylic acid, 4-(hydroxymethyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-thiazole-2-carboxylate; 4-(Hydroxymethyl)thiazole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Carbethoxy-4-hydroxymethylthiazole; 4-Hydroxymethyl-2-thiazolecarboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 4-hydroxymethylthiazole-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 4-(Hydroxymethyl)Thiazole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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