Description

5-Thiazolemethanol, -α-,-α-,4-Trimethyl- is a specialized heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals, where its unique thiazole core provides valuable structural and electronic properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to create novel molecules with targeted functionalities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiazole moiety.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for metal catalysis or as a building block for functional materials.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a scaffold for creating molecular probes to study biological pathways and enzyme functions.
• Fine Chemical Production: Utilized in custom synthesis and contract manufacturing for producing high-value, low-volume specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Thiazolemethanol, -α-,-α-,4-Trimethyl-
CAS No.	99701-09-4
Molecular Formula	C7H11NOS
Molecular Weight	157.23 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-2-[(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)thiazole; α,α,4-Trimethyl-5-thiazolemethanol; 2-(2-Hydroxypropan-2-yl)-4-methylthiazole; 5-Thiazolemethanol, α,α,4-trimethyl-; 4-Methyl-2-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)thiazole; 2-(1-Hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-4-methylthiazole
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Quality Control

Our 5-Thiazolemethanol, -α-,-α-,4-Trimethyl- is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.