Description

2-Methyl-1,3,4-Oxadiazole is a versatile five-membered heterocyclic compound featuring a nitrogen-oxygen-nitrogen ring system. This structure serves as a valuable synthetic intermediate and functional building block in advanced organic chemistry. It is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its stable heterocyclic structure.
• Chemical Research: Employed as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies and library synthesis.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic applications and material design.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-1,3,4-Oxadiazole
CAS No.	3451-51-2
Molecular Formula	C₃H₄N₂O
Molecular Weight	84.08 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 1,3,4-Oxadiazole, 2-methyl-; 2-Methyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole; NSC 406918; 2-Methyl-[1,3,4]oxadiazole; 2-Methyloxadiazole; Oxadiazole, 2-methyl-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-1,3,4-Oxadiazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurities, and physical properties are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (GC/HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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