Description

4,5-Dichloro-2-thiazolecarboxaldehyde is a versatile and highly functionalized heterocyclic building block, primarily used as a key intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in the reactive aldehyde group and halogenated thiazole core, which enable the construction of complex molecules for pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is essential for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries who require high-purity intermediates for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactive thiazole scaffold.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as conductive polymers or light-emitting components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Custom Synthesis and Scale-Up: Supplied for contract research organizations (CROs) and CDMOs engaged in custom synthesis projects from milligram to kilogram scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5-Dichloro-2-thiazolecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	1173897-83-0
Molecular Formula	C4HCl2NOS
Molecular Weight	182.03 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formyl-4,5-dichlorothiazole; 4,5-Dichloro-1,3-thiazole-2-carboxaldehyde; 4,5-Dichlorothiazole-2-carbaldehyde; 4,5-Dichloro-2-formylthiazole; 2-Thiazolecarboxaldehyde, 4,5-dichloro-; (4,5-Dichloro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)methanal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Dichloro-2-thiazolecarboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

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