Description

3-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazole-5-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-value heterocyclic building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core structure makes it a versatile precursor for developing novel compounds with targeted biological and material properties. This product is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for creating molecules with potential therapeutic activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the design and synthesis of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a building block for synthesizing advanced organic materials, including liquid crystals, polymers, and organic electronic components.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the creation of specialized probes and tags for studying biological processes and enzyme interactions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable compound for methodological development in organic chemistry and for exploring new reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazole-5-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	91393-16-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₂N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	232.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 3-(p-tolyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylate; 5-Ethoxycarbonyl-3-(4-methylphenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole; 3-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 1,2,4-Oxadiazole-5-carboxylic acid, 3-(4-methylphenyl)-, ethyl ester; Ethyl 3-(4-methylphenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylate; p-Tolyl-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazole-5-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each batch is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, 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 room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.