Description

3-Methoxy-Isothiazole-4-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular scaffold, featuring both methoxy and nitrile functional groups on an isothiazole core, makes it a critical intermediate for the development of novel active compounds. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating new molecules with potential biological activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the isothiazole moiety.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized polymers and advanced materials with specific electronic or photophysical properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the synthesis of specialized ligands for metal complexes and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methoxy-Isothiazole-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	31815-41-5
Molecular Formula	C5H4N2OS
Molecular Weight	140.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-3-methoxyisothiazole; 3-Methoxy-4-isothiazolecarbonitrile; 3-Methoxyisothiazole-4-carbonitrile; Isothiazole-4-carbonitrile, 3-methoxy-; 3-Methoxy-1,2-thiazole-4-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methoxy-Isothiazole-4-Carbonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is fully characterized and tested against rigorous in-house specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory 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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.