Description

5-Methyl-Thiazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This high-purity intermediate is critical for researchers and manufacturers developing novel active compounds in regulated industries. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for drugs targeting the central nervous system and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the thiazole ring's bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials and functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for designing molecular probes and diagnostic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-Thiazole-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	61323-26-0
Molecular Formula	C5H5NO2S
Molecular Weight	143.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Thiazolecarboxylic acid, 5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-4-thiazolecarboxylic acid; 5-Methyl-1,3-thiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Methylthiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-5-methylthiazole; 5-Methyl-thiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Methyl-4-carboxythiazole
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Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-Thiazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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