Description

4-Thiazolecarbonitrile, 5-Methyl- is a specialized heterocyclic nitrile building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for creating new active ingredients, agrochemical research for crop protection agents, and academic institutions focused on heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with novel modes of action.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Investigated as a building block for functional polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Thiazolecarbonitrile, 5-Methyl-
CAS No.	1187942-88-6
Molecular Formula	C5H4N2S
Molecular Weight	124.16 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-1,3-thiazole-4-carbonitrile; 5-Methylthiazole-4-carbonitrile; 4-Cyano-5-methylthiazole; 5-Methyl-4-thiazolecarbonitrile; 5-Methyl-4-cyanothiazole; 4-Thiazolecarbonitrile, 5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-1,3-thiazole-4-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Thiazolecarbonitrile, 5-Methyl- is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity determination and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to meet the exacting standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

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.