Description

5-Thiazolecarboxaldehyde, 2-Ethyl- is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique thiazole core functionalized with an aldehyde group makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and crop protection.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly in antiviral, antibacterial, and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiazole moiety.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for functionalized polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or linker in bioconjugation chemistry and the synthesis of enzyme inhibitors.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Acts as a building block for dyes, pigments, and other specialty chemicals requiring a thiazole-aldehyde functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Thiazolecarboxaldehyde, 2-Ethyl-
CAS No.	933683-87-5
Molecular Formula	C6H7NOS
Molecular Weight	141.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-1,3-thiazole-5-carboxaldehyde; 2-Ethylthiazole-5-carbaldehyde; 2-Ethyl-5-formylthiazole; 5-Formyl-2-ethylthiazole; 2-Ethyl-5-thiazolecarboxaldehyde; 2-Ethyl-1,3-thiazole-5-carbaldehyde; 2-Ethyl-5-thiazolecarbaldehyde
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Quality Control

Our 5-Thiazolecarboxaldehyde, 2-Ethyl- is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. 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 compliance with your research and production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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