Description

Ethyl 2-(2-Methylthiazol-5-Yl)Acetate is a high-purity organic ester compound, serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. Its value lies in providing a versatile building block for constructing complex molecules containing the biologically active 2-methylthiazole moiety. This product is essential for R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, crop protection, and specialty chemical industries who require reliable, high-quality intermediates for synthesis and scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides that incorporate thiazole heterocycles.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing functional polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a reagent or linker in the development of chemical probes and bioconjugation tools.
• Flavor & Fragrance Industry: Potential intermediate for synthesizing complex aroma chemicals, though specific applications require regulatory review.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and novel synthetic route exploration in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2-(2-Methylthiazol-5-Yl)Acetate
CAS No.	60588-60-5
Molecular Formula	C8H11NO2S
Molecular Weight	185.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl (2-methyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)acetate; 5-Thiazoleacetic acid, 2-methyl-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-(2-methylthiazol-5-yl)acetate; 2-(2-Methyl-5-thiazolyl)acetic acid ethyl ester; Acetic acid, 2-(2-methyl-5-thiazolyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 2-methylthiazole-5-acetate; 60588-60-5; Ethyl (2-methylthiazol-5-yl)acetate
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Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2-(2-Methylthiazol-5-Yl)Acetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

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 strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.