Description

5-Methyloxazolo[4,5-B]Pyridin-2(3H)-One is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound, primarily utilized as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its fused oxazolopyridine structure, which is a privileged scaffold for developing novel bioactive molecules with potential therapeutic applications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries engaged in drug discovery and the synthesis of complex organic targets.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and novel drug candidates, particularly for central nervous system (CNS) and anti-infective agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development and synthesis of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile precursor for constructing more complex fused heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial research.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a potential monomer or component for creating novel organic electronic materials or specialty polymers.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Employed in biochemical assays and as a probe for studying enzyme interactions and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyloxazolo[4,5-B]Pyridin-2(3H)-One
CAS No.	55656-25-2
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	150.14 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2,3-dihydrooxazolo[4,5-b]pyridin-2-one; 5-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydrooxazolo[4,5-b]pyridine; 2H-Oxazolo[4,5-b]pyridin-2-one, 5-methyl-; 5-Methyloxazolo[4,5-b]pyridin-2(3H)-one; 5-Methyl-2,3-dihydro-[1,3]oxazolo[4,5-b]pyridin-2-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyloxazolo[4,5-B]Pyridin-2(3H)-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch upon request, detailing all relevant specifications 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.