Description

1-Methyl-1H-Tetrazole-5-Carbaldehyde is a versatile heterocyclic building block characterized by its reactive aldehyde group attached to a methylated tetrazole ring. This compound matters for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the preparation of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Industries that need it include pharmaceutical R&D for drug discovery, agrochemical manufacturers for creating novel active ingredients, and academic institutions engaged in heterocyclic chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing tetrazole moieties known for their bioisosteric properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the tetrazole ring's stability and metabolic profile.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating specialized polymers, ligands for catalysis, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed in the design of probes, tags, and linkers for studying biological systems and protein interactions.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand precursor for the formation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic complexes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-1H-Tetrazole-5-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	37468-62-5
Molecular Formula	C₃H₄N₄O
Molecular Weight	112.09 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formyl-1-methyl-1H-tetrazole; 1-Methyl-1H-tetrazole-5-carboxaldehyde; 1-Methyl-5-formyltetrazole; 1-Methyltetrazole-5-carbaldehyde; Methyltetrazolecarboxaldehyde; 5-Aldehyde-1-methyltetrazole; 1-Methyl-5-tetrazolecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-1H-Tetrazole-5-Carbaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters 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 area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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