Description

5-Bromomethyl-2-m-Tolyl-Oxazole is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block used in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise molecular modifications to develop new active compounds. It is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel drug candidates and crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel small-molecule drug candidates, particularly in oncology and CNS therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive bromomethyl group.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the development of specialized polymers and functional materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in the creation of novel ligands for metal-catalyzed reactions or as a scaffold for organocatalysts.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for synthesizing tagged molecules or probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A vital building block for custom synthesis houses serving the life sciences sector.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromomethyl-2-m-Tolyl-Oxazole
CAS No.	886364-37-0
Molecular Formula	C12H10BrNO
Molecular Weight	264.12 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-(bromomethyl)oxazole; 5-(Bromomethyl)-2-(3-methylphenyl)oxazole; 2-m-Tolyl-5-bromomethyloxazole; 5-Bromomethyl-2-(3-methylphenyl)oxazole; Oxazole, 5-(bromomethyl)-2-(3-methylphenyl)-; 886364-37-0; 5-Bromomethyl-2-(m-tolyl)oxazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 5-Bromomethyl-2-m-Tolyl-Oxazole is produced under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with exacting industry standards and customer specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.