Description

2,1,3-Benzoxadiazole, 4-Methoxy-5-Methyl- is a heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the benzoxadiazole class, a versatile scaffold in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in the development of functional materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for creating novel molecules with specific electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core structure or dopant in the development of electron-transport or emissive layers for display and lighting technologies.
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Utilized in the design of fluorescent probes and chemosensors for biological imaging and environmental detection due to its inherent photophysical properties.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a functional modifier to impart specific electronic, thermal, or mechanical properties to advanced materials.
• Academic & R&D: Employed in fundamental chemical research for studying heterocyclic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	2,1,3-Benzoxadiazole, 4-Methoxy-5-Methyl-
CAS No.	55730-17-1
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	164.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methoxy-5-methyl-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole; 5-Methyl-4-methoxy-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole; 4-Methoxy-5-methylbenzofurazan; 5-Methyl-4-methoxybenzofurazan; 4-Methoxy-5-methyl-2,1,3-benzoxadiazole; Methoxy-methylbenzoxadiazole; Contact for additional synonyms.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,1,3-Benzoxadiazole, 4-Methoxy-5-Methyl- is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.