Description

Methyl 4-[(3-Oxo[1,3]Thiazolo[3,2-A]Benzimidazol-2(3H)-Ylidene)Methyl]Benzoate is a high-purity, specialized organic compound with the CAS number 310456-42-9, serving as a critical advanced intermediate in fine chemical synthesis. Its unique fused heterocyclic benzoate structure makes it a valuable building block for developing novel functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This product is essential for R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors seeking to innovate with complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the benzimidazole-thiazole core is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing next-generation fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage its heterocyclic scaffold for enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), or photoconductive materials due to its potential charge-transport properties.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Intermediate for creating specialized dyes, pigments, or fluorescent markers where the conjugated system provides desired optical characteristics.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry, combinatorial chemistry, and the discovery of new chemical entities in academic and industrial labs.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Potential precursor for synthesizing complex ligands used in homogeneous catalysis and asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 4-[(3-Oxo[1,3]Thiazolo[3,2-A]Benzimidazol-2(3H)-Ylidene)Methyl]Benzoate
CAS No.	310456-42-9
Molecular Formula	C18H12N2O3S
Molecular Weight	336.36 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 4-[(3-oxo[1,3]thiazolo[3,2-a]benzimidazol-2(3H)-ylidene)methyl]benzoate; 2-[(4-Methoxycarbonylphenyl)methylene]-3-oxo-2,3-dihydro[1,3]thiazolo[3,2-a]benzimidazole; Benzoic acid, 4-[(3-oxo-2,3-dihydro[1,3]thiazolo[3,2-a]benzimidazol-2-ylidene)methyl]-, methyl ester; Methyl p-[(3-oxo-2,3-dihydrothiazolo[3,2-a]benzimidazol-2-ylidene)methyl]benzoate; CAS 310456-42-9
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 4-[(3-Oxo[1,3]Thiazolo[3,2-A]Benzimidazol-2(3H)-Ylidene)Methyl]Benzoate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and production. 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, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 3.0%

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