Description

4-Thiazolecarbonitrile, 2-Formyl- is a versatile and highly functionalized heterocyclic building block. This compound is valued for its reactive aldehyde and nitrile groups, which make it a critical intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel thiazole-containing drug candidates, particularly for antiviral, antimicrobial, and anticancer applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require the thiazole scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel chelating ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing fluorescent tags or activity-based probes for studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A high-value starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Thiazolecarbonitrile, 2-Formyl-
CAS No.	466686-77-1
Molecular Formula	C5H2N2OS
Molecular Weight	138.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formyl-4-thiazolecarbonitrile; 2-Formylthiazole-4-carbonitrile; 4-Cyano-2-formylthiazole; 2-Formyl-4-cyanothiazole; Thiazole-4-carbonitrile, 2-formyl-; 4-Thiazolecarbonitrile, 2-formyl-; 2-Formylthiazole-4-carbonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Thiazolecarbonitrile, 2-Formyl- is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment 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 compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

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)	≤ 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.