Description

Benzooxazol-2-Yl-Acetic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic acetic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique benzooxazole core linked to an acetic acid moiety makes it a valuable intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelator Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal ion sequestration.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and photostabilizers due to its benzooxazole scaffold.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling to biomolecules, useful in probe and linker synthesis for biochemical applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzooxazol-2-Yl-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	78756-98-6
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO3
Molecular Weight	177.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Benzoxazol-2-yl)acetic Acid; (2-Benzoxazolyl)acetic Acid; 1,3-Benzoxazol-2-ylacetic Acid; 2-(1,3-Benzoxazol-2-yl)ethanoic Acid; Benzo[d]oxazol-2-ylacetic Acid; BZA; BOAA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with industry standards. We employ advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry for precise characterization and purity verification. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request for every batch shipped.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under dry, inert conditions to prevent degradation. Recommended long-term storage temperature is 2-8°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.