Description

4-(5-Methyl-1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-yl)Phenol (Saltdata: Free) is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic phenolic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a phenol and a 1,3,4-oxadiazole ring, makes it an invaluable intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: The phenolic and oxadiazole functionalities allow it to act as a ligand in coordination chemistry for catalysis or material science applications.
• Polymer Modification: Incorporated into polymer chains to impart specific characteristics like UV stability, adhesion, or chemical resistance.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for charge-transport materials or emissive layers in OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) research.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for medicinal chemistry and material science research to explore new structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-Methyl-1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-yl)Phenol (Saltdata: Free)
CAS No.	25877-46-7
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-5-methyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 4-(5-Methyl-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)phenol; Phenol, 4-(5-methyl-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)-; 5-Methyl-2-(4-hydroxyphenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 2-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)-5-methyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole; Oxadiazole phenol derivative; CAS 25877-46-7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(5-Methyl-1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-yl)Phenol is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity, and is accompanied by a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA). We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of pharmaceutical and R&D applications, and specifications can be aligned with client-specific protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to ensure optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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