Description

Ethyl 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylate is a high-value brominated heterocyclic building block, specifically a 1,2,4-oxadiazole derivative. This compound is essential for advanced organic synthesis, offering a versatile scaffold for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity. It is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for drug discovery and the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the 1,2,4-oxadiazole core.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a molecular probe or tag in biochemical assays and proteomics research due to its distinctive bromine handle for further functionalization.
• Academic & Contract Research: A critical reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and for exploring new synthetic pathways in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylate
CAS No.	861146-12-5
Molecular Formula	C11H9BrN2O3
Molecular Weight	297.11 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-(4-bromophenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-3-carboxylate; 1,2,4-Oxadiazole-5-carboxylic acid, 3-(4-bromophenyl)-, ethyl ester; 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 4-Bromophenyl-oxadiazole carboxylate; EBPC; CAS 861146-12-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 3-(4-Bromophenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, supporting your R&D and scale-up activities. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with specifications for purity (typically ≥95% to ≥98% by HPLC), related substances, and identity confirmation is available for each lot upon request.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤5.0%
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.