Description

1-(Oxazol-2-Yl)Ethanol is a versatile heterocyclic building block featuring an oxazole core linked to an ethanol side chain. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial synthon for the development of new drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the oxazole moiety imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, dyes, and photoactive compounds.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for fluorescent tags and molecular probes in biochemical research.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A key starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(Oxazol-2-Yl)Ethanol
CAS No.	1161775-91-2
Molecular Formula	C5H7NO2
Molecular Weight	113.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Oxazolyl)ethanol; 2-(Oxazol-2-yl)ethan-1-ol; 2-Oxazoleethanol; 1-(1,3-Oxazol-2-yl)ethanol; Ethanol, 1-(2-oxazolyl)-; 2-Hydroxyethyloxazole; Oxazol-2-ylethanol
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Quality Control

Our 1-(Oxazol-2-Yl)Ethanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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