Description

2-(4-Formylphenyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole is a high-purity heterocyclic aromatic compound featuring a formylphenyl substituent on an oxadiazole core. This structure makes it a valuable and versatile organic intermediate and pharmaceutical building block for advanced synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel active molecules and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and anti-inflammatory applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Material Science & OLED Development: Serves as a core building block for electron-transport materials (ETMs) and host materials in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) due to its electron-deficient oxadiazole unit.
• Ligand & Catalyst Design: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and homogeneous catalysis.
• Fluorescent Probe & Sensor Development: Utilized as a starting material for synthesizing fluorescent dyes and chemosensors for ion detection and bio-imaging.
• Polymer & Advanced Resin Chemistry: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent for producing high-performance polymers with enhanced thermal and chemical stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Formylphenyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole
CAS No.	545424-46-2
Molecular Formula	C9H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	174.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-yl)benzaldehyde; 2-(4-Formylphenyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 4-(1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-yl)benzenecarboxaldehyde; 1,3,4-Oxadiazole, 2-(4-formylphenyl)-; Benzaldehyde, 4-(1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl)-; p-(1,3,4-Oxadiazol-2-yl)benzaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Formylphenyl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of GMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

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). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider maintaining under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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