Description

Methyl 5-Chlorothiazole-2-Carboxylate is a high-purity organic building block and heterocyclic intermediate essential for advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and agrochemicals, where its specific thiazole core is integral to biological activity. It is primarily needed by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds and fine-tuning molecular properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the chlorothiazole moiety.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D labs for method development, library synthesis, and exploring new heterocyclic chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a precursor for other high-value, complex thiazole derivatives used in various industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 5-Chlorothiazole-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	98136-57-3
Molecular Formula	C5H4ClNO2S
Molecular Weight	177.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-chloro-1,3-thiazole-2-carboxylate; 5-Chloro-2-thiazolecarboxylic acid methyl ester; 2-Methoxycarbonyl-5-chlorothiazole; Methyl 5-chlorothiazolecarboxylate; 5-Chlorothiazole-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 98136-57-3; Methyl 5-chloro-2-thiazolecarboxylate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 5-Chlorothiazole-2-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤2.0%
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.