Description

2-Methylbenzo[D]Oxazole-6-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block. This compound is valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and advanced material research. It is essential for chemists and R&D teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce functionalized oxazole motifs into their target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for creating organic ligands in coordination chemistry and for synthesizing advanced organic electronic materials.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and optical brighteners due to its conjugated oxazole-aldehyde structure.
• Academic & R&D Laboratories: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methylbenzo[D]Oxazole-6-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	864274-04-4
Molecular Formula	C9H7NO2
Molecular Weight	161.16 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Methylbenzo[d]oxazole-6-carboxaldehyde; 6-Formyl-2-methylbenzo[d]oxazole; 2-Methyl-1,3-benzoxazole-6-carbaldehyde; 2-Methylbenzoxazole-6-carboxaldehyde; 864274-04-4; 2-Methylbenzooxazole-6-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Methylbenzo[D]Oxazole-6-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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 easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

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.