Description

2-Oxazolecarboxaldehyde, 5-Phenyl- is a specialized heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive formyl group attached to a phenyl-substituted oxazole ring, making it a versatile precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in creating advanced ligands and active molecules for crop protection and pest management solutions.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and photoactive polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the development of probes and inhibitors to study enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to prepare novel nitrogen-oxygen donor ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Oxazolecarboxaldehyde, 5-Phenyl-
CAS No.	96829-89-9
Molecular Formula	C10H7NO2
Molecular Weight	173.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Phenyl-1,3-oxazole-2-carbaldehyde; 5-Phenyloxazole-2-carboxaldehyde; 5-Phenyl-2-oxazolecarboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-phenyloxazole; 5-Phenyl-2-oxazolecarbaldehyde; 5-Phenyloxazole-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Carbaldehyde-5-phenyloxazole; 96829-89-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Oxazolecarboxaldehyde, 5-Phenyl- is produced and tested under a strict quality management system. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive nature and propensity to be easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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%

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