Description

2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(2-Naphthyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a reactive chloromethyl group and a bulky naphthyl substituent. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable versatile building block for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in advanced material and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those requiring the 1,3,4-oxadiazole pharmacophore for biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in research to develop new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create fluorescent tags or molecular probes due to the naphthyl group's potential luminescent properties.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of novel ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental research chemical for exploring new organic reactions and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(2-Naphthyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole
CAS No.	300665-29-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉ClN₂O
Molecular Weight	244.68 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Naphthalen-2-yl)-2-(chloromethyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(naphthalen-2-yl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 2-Naphthyl-5-chloromethyl-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 1,3,4-Oxadiazole, 2-(chloromethyl)-5-(2-naphthalenyl)-; 2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(2-naphthyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 300665-29-6; 5-(2-Naphthyl)-2-(chloromethyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(2-Naphthyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and development applications, and specifications can be aligned with client requirements.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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