Description

4-(Chloromethyl)Thiazole Hydrochloride is a high-value heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its crucial role in constructing complex molecules, particularly in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel thiazole-containing compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various APIs, including potential antiviral, antibacterial, and central nervous system (CNS) active drugs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides that incorporate the thiazole moiety for enhanced efficacy.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating novel thiazole-based ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for manufacturing dyes, pigments, and other performance chemicals requiring specific heterocyclic structures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Chloromethyl)Thiazole Hydrochloride
CAS No.	7709-58-2
Molecular Formula	C4H5Cl2NS
Molecular Weight	178.06 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Chloromethyl)-1,3-thiazole hydrochloride; Thiazole, 4-(chloromethyl)-, hydrochloride; 4-Chloromethylthiazole hydrochloride; 4-Thiazolemethanol, 4-chloro-, hydrochloride; 4-(Chloromethyl)thiazole HCl
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Quality Control

Our 4-(Chloromethyl)Thiazole Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities	≤ 2.0%

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