Description

3,5-Dichloro-1,2,4-Oxadiazole is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, enabling the introduction of the oxadiazole scaffold. Industries such as pharmaceutical R&D, crop protection, and specialty chemical manufacturing require this high-purity intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those containing the 1,2,4-oxadiazole heterocycle, which is associated with a range of biological activities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the oxadiazole ring contributes to efficacy and stability.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for polymers and liquid crystals, where its rigid structure can enhance material properties.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development and the exploration of new heterocyclic chemistry.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3,5-Dichloro-1,2,4-Oxadiazole
CAS No.	37579-29-6
Molecular Formula	C2Cl2N2O
Molecular Weight	138.94 g/mol
Synonyms	3,5-Dichloro-1,2,4-oxadiazole; 1,2,4-Oxadiazole, 3,5-dichloro-; NSC 163063; 3,5-Dichloro-1,2,4-oxadiazole; Dichlorooxadiazole; Oxadiazole, dichloro-; 3,5-Dichlorooxadiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3,5-Dichloro-1,2,4-Oxadiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment 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 heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its reactive nature, store separately from incompatible materials such as strong bases and reducing agents.

Specification

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