Description

4-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 5-Ethenyl- is a specialized heterocyclic carboxylic acid building block with significant utility in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its unique molecular architecture, which incorporates both a reactive carboxylic acid group and an ethenyl substituent on a thiazole core, enabling its use in the construction of complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiazole moiety.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of polymers with specific electronic or optical properties.
• Chemical Biology: Utilized as a probe or linker in bioconjugation and the development of biochemical tools.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 5-Ethenyl-
CAS No.	87764-55-4
Molecular Formula	C6H5NO2S
Molecular Weight	155.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Vinyl-1,3-thiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Ethenyl-4-thiazolecarboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-5-vinylthiazole; 5-Vinylthiazole-4-carboxylic acid; 5-Ethenyl-1,3-thiazole-4-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 5-Ethenyl- is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistency and purity for research and development purposes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, detailing key parameters such as purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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