Description

4-Ethyl-Benzooxazole-2-Thiol is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a benzooxazole core substituted with an ethyl group and a thiol moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for creating novel active ingredients and ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the creation of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the benzooxazole-thiol structure imparts specific biological activity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for chelating agents and ligands in catalytic systems and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, corrosion inhibitors, and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Research: A versatile building block for heterocyclic chemistry, enabling the construction of more complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Ethyl-Benzooxazole-2-Thiol
CAS No.	915151-24-5
Molecular Formula	C9H9NOS
Molecular Weight	179.24 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Ethyl-2-benzoxazolethiol; 4-Ethyl-2-mercaptobenzoxazole; 2-Benzoxazolethiol, 4-ethyl-; 4-Ethylbenzo[d]oxazole-2-thiol; 4-Ethyl-2-sulfanyl-1,3-benzoxazole; 4-Ethyl-2-benzoxazolyl mercaptan; 4-Ethyl-2-hydroxybenzoxazole (tautomer)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Ethyl-Benzooxazole-2-Thiol is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

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 sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) 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.