Description

2-(5-Oxohexanoyl)Oxazole is a specialized heterocyclic building block featuring both an oxazole ring and a keto-acyl functional group. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable intermediate for the synthesis of complex molecules in advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical and agrochemical R&D teams for constructing novel active ingredients and by academic researchers exploring new chemical spaces.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for constructing complex heterocyclic cores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for specialty polymers or organic electronic materials requiring specific heterocyclic motifs.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological pathways and target engagement.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodology development and exploring new synthetic routes in organic chemistry laboratories.
• Custom Synthesis & Scale-up: Acts as a starting material for the contract manufacturing of bespoke fine chemicals for various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(5-Oxohexanoyl)Oxazole
CAS No.	898758-98-0
Molecular Formula	C9H11NO3
Molecular Weight	181.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Oxohexanoic Acid 2-Oxazolyl Ester; 2-(5-Oxohexanoyl)-1,3-Oxazole; 5-Oxohexanoyl Oxazole; Oxazole, 2-(5-oxohexanoyl)-; Hexanoyloxazole Derivative
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Quality Control

Every batch of 2-(5-Oxohexanoyl)Oxazole is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical R&D and scale-up processes. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including chromatographic purity analysis and structural confirmation, to meet high-purity research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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