Description

(2-Methyl-Oxazol-5-Yl)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce the 2-methyloxazole moiety into target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry programs targeting various disease pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced pesticides and herbicides, where the oxazole ring contributes to biological activity.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold in organic synthesis for creating libraries of compounds in discovery chemistry.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of specialty polymers or organic electronic materials.
• Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for cGMP production of clinical trial materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	(2-Methyl-Oxazol-5-Yl)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1276075-99-0
Molecular Formula	C8H11NO3
Molecular Weight	169.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (2-methyl-1,3-oxazol-5-yl)acetate; 5-Oxazoleacetic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-(2-methyloxazol-5-yl)acetate; (2-Methyl-5-oxazolyl)acetic acid ethyl ester; 2-Methyloxazole-5-acetic acid ethyl ester; 2-Methyl-5-oxazoleacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl (2-methyloxazol-5-yl)acetate
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Quality Control

Our (2-Methyl-Oxazol-5-Yl)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment, supporting compliance in regulated applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.