Description

4-[3-(3-Methylphenyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazol-5-Yl]Butanoic Acid is a high-purity, synthetic organic compound featuring a 1,2,4-oxadiazole heterocycle linked to a butanoic acid chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for medicinal chemistry research and fine chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Medicinal Chemistry Building Block: Used in high-throughput screening and combinatorial chemistry to create libraries of compounds for biological activity testing.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the synthesis of specialty polymers with specific thermal or optical properties.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Utilized in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules, leveraging its carboxylic acid group for further functionalization.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-[3-(3-Methylphenyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazol-5-Yl]Butanoic Acid
CAS No.	915921-78-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₁₄N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	246.26 g/mol
Synonyms	4-[3-(3-Methylphenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazol-5-yl]butyric acid; 4-(3-m-Tolyl-1,2,4-oxadiazol-5-yl)butanoic acid; 5-(3-Carboxypropyl)-3-(3-methylphenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole; Butanoic acid, 4-[3-(3-methylphenyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazol-5-yl]-; 3-(3-Methylphenyl)-5-(3-carboxypropyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole
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Quality Control

Our 4-[3-(3-Methylphenyl)-1,2,4-Oxadiazol-5-Yl]Butanoic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider inert gas purging to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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