Description

3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzoxazolium Iodide is a versatile organic salt primarily used as a key intermediate and precursor in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in the development of functional dyes, photoinitiators, and specialized materials requiring benzoxazolium-based structures. It is particularly relevant for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Synthesis of Functional Dyes: A crucial precursor for creating cyanine dyes and other chromophores used in biological staining, imaging, and laser applications.
• Photoinitiator Manufacturing: Serves as a building block for cationic photoinitiators employed in UV-curable inks, coatings, and adhesives.
• Organic Electronics: Used in the research and development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other optoelectronic materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key synthon in the multi-step synthesis of complex drug molecules and bioactive compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new active ingredients and performance chemicals.
• Chemical Sensing: Utilized in the design of fluorescent probes and sensors for analytical chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzoxazolium Iodide
CAS No.	5260-37-7
Molecular Formula	C10H12INO
Molecular Weight	289.11 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methyl-3-ethylbenzoxazolium iodide; 3-Ethyl-2-methyl-1,3-benzoxazol-3-ium iodide; 2-Methyl-3-ethylbenzo[d]oxazol-3-ium iodide; Benzoxazolium, 3-ethyl-2-methyl-, iodide (1:1); 3-Ethyl-2-methylbenzoxazolium iodide; 3-Ethyl-2-methylbenzoxazolium iodide salt
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzoxazolium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive 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. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed 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)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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