Description

2-Methyl-5-Phenylbenzoxazole is a high-purity organic heterocyclic compound serving as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its value lies in its rigid, conjugated structure, which makes it a critical building block for advanced materials and fine chemical synthesis. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel compounds with specific optical or electronic properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core structure or dopant in the manufacture of electron-transporting or host materials for display and lighting technologies.
• Fluorescent Dyes and Probes: Serves as a fluorophore building block for creating sensors and biological imaging agents.
• Liquid Crystal Materials: Incorporated into the molecular design of liquid crystals for electronic displays.
• Polymer Additives: Utilized as a UV stabilizer or light-absorbing component in high-performance polymers.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research chemical for exploring new reactions and material properties in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-5-Phenylbenzoxazole
CAS No.	61931-68-8
Molecular Formula	C14H11NO
Molecular Weight	209.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Phenyl-2-methylbenzoxazole; 2-Methyl-5-phenyl-1,3-benzoxazole; Benzoxazole, 2-methyl-5-phenyl-; 5-Phenyl-2-methyl-1,3-benzoxazole; NSC 406915; 2-Methyl-5-phenyl-benzooxazole; 2-Methyl-5-phenylbenzo[d]oxazole
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-5-Phenylbenzoxazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, confirming compliance with customer specifications and relevant industry standards.

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 incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	108 - 112 °C
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.