Description

4-Thiazolepropanal is a specialized heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a thiazole ring and a reactive propanal side chain, makes it a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecules with potential biological activity. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals. Its controlled reactivity profile allows for selective modifications, enabling the creation of diverse chemical libraries for screening and optimization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for creating novel herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides with improved efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in asymmetric catalysis or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of functionalized polymers or organic electronic materials where the thiazole moiety can influence electronic properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for designing and synthesizing molecular probes to study biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Flavor & Fragrance Chemistry: Potential intermediate for the synthesis of complex aroma chemicals, given the structural motifs common in this field.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Thiazolepropanal
CAS No.	878001-07-1
Molecular Formula	C6H7NOS
Molecular Weight	141.19 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Thiazolepropanal; 3-(1,3-Thiazol-4-yl)propanal; 4-Thiazolepropionaldehyde; 3-(4-Thiazolyl)propanal; Thiazole-4-propanal; 878001-07-1; 4-Thiazolepropan-1-al
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Quality Control

Every batch of 4-Thiazolepropanal is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the identity, purity, and consistency required for research and development applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) including results for assay, purity (by HPLC), and identification (by IR and/or NMR) is supplied with each shipment. Our quality commitment ensures reliable performance in your sensitive synthetic sequences.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This material is easily oxidized and light-sensitive. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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