Description

2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a reactive chloromethyl group and a pyridine moiety. This unique structure makes it a versatile and valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and building block for advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides due to its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating molecular probes and tags for biochemical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole
CAS No.	677347-79-4
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClN3O
Molecular Weight	195.61 g/mol
Synonyms	3-[5-(Chloromethyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazol-2-yl]pyridine; 5-(3-Pyridinyl)-2-(chloromethyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(3-pyridyl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole; 1,3,4-Oxadiazole, 2-(chloromethyl)-5-(3-pyridinyl)-; 677347-79-4; 2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(pyridin-3-yl)-1,3,4-oxadiazole
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Chloromethyl)-5-(Pyridin-3-Yl)-1,3,4-Oxadiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent quality. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and organic solvents. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.