Description

2-(5-Methyl-1,3-Oxazol-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is a high-purity heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for drug discovery and process chemistry.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of new therapeutic agents, including potential kinase inhibitors and other small molecule drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging the oxazole moiety for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for designing specialized ligands used in catalytic processes and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying biological pathways and enzyme functions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Methyl-1,3-Oxazol-2-Yl)Acetic Acid
CAS No.	1368841-42-2
Molecular Formula	C6H7NO3
Molecular Weight	141.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(5-Methyloxazol-2-yl)acetic acid; (5-Methyl-2-oxazolyl)acetic acid; 2-(5-Methyl-1,3-oxazol-2-yl)ethanoic acid; 1368841-42-2; Acetic acid, 2-(5-methyl-2-oxazolyl)-; 5-Methyl-2-oxazoleacetic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-(5-Methyl-1,3-Oxazol-2-Yl)Acetic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for research and scale-up. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
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.