Description

5-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 2-(Aminomethyl)- is a high-value, heterocyclic organic compound featuring both carboxylic acid and aminomethyl functional groups on a thiazole core. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block in advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging the bioactivity of the thiazole moiety.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: The carboxylic acid and amine groups allow it to act as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic applications or as a chelating agent in various chemical processes.
• Peptide Mimetics and Bioconjugation: Employed in the design and synthesis of peptide analogs and for bioconjugation strategies in medicinal chemistry and chemical biology.
• Material Science Research: Functions as a monomer or functional additive in the development of advanced polymers, coatings, and smart materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable scaffold for constructing diverse heterocyclic libraries for high-throughput screening and structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 2-(Aminomethyl)-
CAS No.	933742-24-6
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2O2S
Molecular Weight	158.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Aminomethyl)thiazole-5-carboxylic acid; (2-Aminomethyl-1,3-thiazol-5-yl)carboxylic acid; 2-(Aminomethyl)-1,3-thiazole-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Thiazolecarboxylic acid, 2-(aminomethyl)-; 2-Aminomethyl-5-thiazolecarboxylic acid; 1,3-Thiazole-5-carboxylic acid, 2-(aminomethyl)-; Aminomethylthiazolecarboxylic acid
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Quality Control

We supply 5-Thiazolecarboxylic Acid, 2-(Aminomethyl)- in high-purity grades suitable for research and commercial synthesis. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and compliance with customer specifications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment. We adhere to a cGMP-compliant quality management system for pharmaceutical-grade material upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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