Description

5-Chloro-7-Methylbenzo[D]Oxazol-2(3H)-One is a high-value heterocyclic organic compound serving as a critical synthetic intermediate. Its core value lies in its functionalized benzoxazolone scaffold, which is essential for constructing molecules with targeted biological and material properties. This product is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders or possessing anti-inflammatory activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its halogenated heterocyclic structure.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for developing organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or light-emitting components.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and organic pigments due to the benzoxazolone core's chromophoric properties.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Acts as a scaffold for creating molecular probes to study enzyme function or cellular pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-7-Methylbenzo[D]Oxazol-2(3H)-One
CAS No.	80525-95-7
Molecular Formula	C8H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight	183.59 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-7-methyl-2,3-dihydro-1,3-benzoxazol-2-one; 5-Chloro-7-methyl-2-benzoxazolinone; 5-Chloro-7-methyl-2-hydroxybenzoxazole; 2-Benzoxazolinone, 5-chloro-7-methyl-; 5-Chloro-7-methylbenzo[d]oxazol-2(3H)-one; 7-Methyl-5-chlorobenzoxazolone
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Chloro-7-Methylbenzo[D]Oxazol-2(3H)-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment.

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
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.