Description

3-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1,3-benzoxazole-6-carboxaldehyde, 97% is a high-purity benzoxazole derivative serving as a versatile and critical organic intermediate. This compound is valued for its reactive aldehyde functional group, which enables its use in the synthesis of more complex heterocyclic systems and fine chemicals. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: The aldehyde and benzoxazole moieties make it a useful starting material for creating chelating ligands for metal catalysts.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized heterocyclic dyes and colorants.
• Polymer Modification: Can be incorporated into polymer backbones or used as a cross-linking agent to impart specific properties to advanced polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1,3-benzoxazole-6-carboxaldehyde, 97%
CAS No.	54903-66-1
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Formyl-3-methyl-2-benzoxazolinone; 3-Methyl-2-benzoxazolinone-6-carboxaldehyde; 3-Methyl-2-oxo-2H-1,3-benzoxazole-6-carbaldehyde; 6-Carboxyaldehyde-3-methyl-2-benzoxazolinone; 3-Methyl-6-formyl-2-benzoxazolinone; MBOCA-6-CHO; 1,3-Benzoxazole-6-carboxaldehyde, 2,3-dihydro-3-methyl-2-oxo-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1,3-benzoxazole-6-carboxaldehyde, 97% undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistent purity and identity. Our quality assurance protocols are designed to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial-scale synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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