Description

5-Chloro-2-thiazolecarboxaldehyde is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block, essential for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced research and development. Its reactive aldehyde group and halogenated thiazole core make it a critical intermediate for constructing pharmacologically active compounds and functional materials. This product is primarily sought by pharmaceutical chemists, agrochemical researchers, and material scientists for applications in drug discovery, crop protection, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antiviral, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiazole moiety.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for creating functional polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated structure.
• Chemical Research: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for heterocyclic chemistry, medicinal chemistry, and as a ligand precursor in catalysis.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the thiazole ring contributes to color and stability properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-thiazolecarboxaldehyde
CAS No.	59129-52-1
Molecular Formula	C4H2ClNOS
Molecular Weight	147.58 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-1,3-thiazole-2-carboxaldehyde; 5-Chlorothiazole-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-chlorothiazole; 5-Chloro-2-formylthiazole; 5-Chloro-2-thiazolecarbaldehyde; 5-Chlorothiazole-2-carbaldehyde; 5-Chloro-1,3-thiazole-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Chloro-2-thiazolecarboxaldehyde is produced under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency suitable for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles 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, and well-ventilated place at a controlled 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 flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline 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.