Description

3-Ethyl-2-Methyl-5-Phenyl-Benzooxazol-3-Ium Iodide is a high-purity, specialized organic salt primarily used as a key intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its role in the development of functional dyes, photoinitiators, and other performance chemicals. It is essential for R&D and production teams in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and advanced materials sectors seeking reliable, high-quality building blocks.

Application

• Photoinitiator Synthesis: A crucial precursor in the manufacture of cationic photoinitiators for UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives.
• Functional Dye Intermediate: Used in the production of cationic dyes and fluorescent markers for biological staining and analytical applications.
• Organic Semiconductor Research: Serves as a building block for novel charge-transport materials and organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic compounds with potential biological activity.
• Chemical Sensitizer: Applied in photographic and imaging technologies due to its light-sensitive properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploring new reactions in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Ethyl-2-Methyl-5-Phenyl-Benzooxazol-3-Ium Iodide
CAS No.	54919-49-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₁₈INO
Molecular Weight	391.25 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-2-methyl-5-phenylbenzoxazol-3-ium iodide; 5-Phenyl-3-ethyl-2-methylbenzoxazolium iodide; 2-Methyl-3-ethyl-5-phenylbenzoxazolium iodide; Benzooxazolium, 3-ethyl-2-methyl-5-phenyl-, iodide; 54919-49-2; EINECS 259-400-8; Light-sensitive benzoxazolium salt
EINECS	259-400-8

Quality Control

Our 3-Ethyl-2-Methyl-5-Phenyl-Benzooxazol-3-Ium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials and sources of ignition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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