Description

2-Chloro-5-Methylthiazole-4-Carbaldehyde is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), crop protection agents, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases and central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key building block for developing next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Used in the creation of specialized polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a reactive handle for bioconjugation and the development of molecular probes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for method development and exploring new chemical spaces in heterocyclic chemistry.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of bespoke compounds and scaled-up processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5-Methylthiazole-4-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1379296-36-2
Molecular Formula	C5H4ClNOS
Molecular Weight	161.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5-methyl-1,3-thiazole-4-carboxaldehyde; 2-Chloro-5-methyl-4-thiazolecarboxaldehyde; 4-Formyl-2-chloro-5-methylthiazole; 2-Chloro-5-methylthiazole-4-carboxaldehyde; 5-Methyl-2-chlorothiazole-4-carbaldehyde; 1379296-36-2; 2-Chloro-5-methyl-1,3-thiazole-4-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Chloro-5-Methylthiazole-4-Carbaldehyde is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

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). This material is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

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%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.