Description

Ethyl 2-Cyano-4-Methylthiazole-5-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a critical intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and novel materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those containing the thiazole core, which is prevalent in various therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its reactive cyano and ester functional groups.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or emissive layer components in OLED device research.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis or as a scaffold for organocatalysts.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and target identification.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linker in the development of advanced polymers with specific electronic or thermal properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-Cyano-4-Methylthiazole-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1257856-17-9
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O2S
Molecular Weight	196.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carbethoxy-4-methyl-2-cyanothiazole; Ethyl 4-Methyl-2-cyano-1,3-thiazole-5-carboxylate; 2-Cyano-4-methyl-1,3-thiazole-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 4-Methyl-2-cyanothiazole-5-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 5-Ethoxycarbonyl-4-methyl-2-cyanothiazole; Ethyl 4-methyl-2-cyanothiazole-5-carboxylate; 2-Cyano-4-methylthiazole-5-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-Cyano-4-Methylthiazole-5-Carboxylate undergoes rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. We provide comprehensive analytical data to support your R&D and scale-up activities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request.

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. Keep away from strong alkalis and incompatible organic solvents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.