Description

5-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro-4-Methyl-2-Oxo- is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its unique thiazole core is essential for imparting specific biological activity. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical sectors engaged in the synthesis of complex molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its bioactive thiazole structure.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Serves as a versatile reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic systems in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of specialty chemicals, dyes, and functional materials where precise molecular architecture is required.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in the design of novel ligands for catalytic processes or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro-4-Methyl-2-Oxo-
CAS No.	875237-46-0
Molecular Formula	C5H5NO3S
Molecular Weight	159.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydrothiazole-5-carboxylic acid; 2,3-Dihydro-4-methyl-2-oxo-5-thiazolecarboxylic acid; 5-Carboxy-4-methyl-2,3-dihydro-2-thiazolone; 4-Methyl-2-oxo-2,5-dihydrothiazole-5-carboxylic acid; 2-Oxo-4-methyl-2,3-dihydrothiazole-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 5-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 2,3-Dihydro-4-Methyl-2-Oxo- is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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 comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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