Description

Methyl (5-Chloro-Thiazol-2-Yl)Acetate is a high-purity organic building block and key synthetic intermediate of significant commercial importance. Its core value lies in its functionalized thiazole ring, which serves as a versatile scaffold for constructing more complex molecules in advanced research and development. This compound is primarily needed by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical manufacturers for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting infectious diseases, inflammation, and central nervous system disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactive thiazole moiety.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile precursor for heterocyclic chemistry, enabling the creation of libraries of compounds for screening and lead optimization.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate in the synthesis of functional polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials due to its aromatic and modifiable structure.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for the production of client-specific target molecules on a commercial scale.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl (5-Chloro-Thiazol-2-Yl)Acetate
CAS No.	1392804-31-7
Molecular Formula	C6H6ClNO2S
Molecular Weight	191.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-(5-Chloro-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)acetate; 2-(5-Chloro-thiazol-2-yl)-acetic acid methyl ester; Acetic acid, 2-(5-chloro-2-thiazolyl)-, methyl ester; Methyl (5-chloro-2-thiazolyl)acetate; 5-Chloro-2-thiazoleacetic acid methyl ester; Methyl 5-chlorothiazole-2-acetate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Methyl (5-Chloro-Thiazol-2-Yl)Acetate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment and are available 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 (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.