Description

3-Bromomethyl-5-Methyl[1,2,4]Oxadiazole is a versatile and highly functionalized heterocyclic building block, primarily valued for its reactive bromomethyl group which facilitates further chemical modifications. This compound is essential for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is a critical intermediate for researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce the [1,2,4]oxadiazole pharmacophore into their target structures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of drug candidates, especially those targeting neurological disorders, inflammation, and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with improved efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for creating functional polymers or ligands with specific electronic or binding properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function or cellular pathways.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The bromomethyl group acts as an effective handle for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions to form carbon-carbon bonds.
• Nucleophilic Substitution: Reacts readily with various nucleophiles (amines, thiols, alkoxides) to introduce diverse functional groups onto the oxadiazole core.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bromomethyl-5-Methyl[1,2,4]Oxadiazole
CAS No.	959406-40-7
Molecular Formula	C4H5BrN2O
Molecular Weight	177.00 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-3-(bromomethyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole; 3-(Bromomethyl)-5-methyl-1,2,4-oxadiazole; 5-Methyl-3-bromomethyl-1,2,4-oxadiazole; [1,2,4]Oxadiazole, 3-(bromomethyl)-5-methyl-; Bromomethyl methyl oxadiazole; BM-MOZ; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bromomethyl-5-Methyl[1,2,4]Oxadiazole is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and scale-up applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing key parameters such as identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Our quality system is designed to meet the stringent requirements of cGMP and ISO standards for advanced chemical intermediates.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. 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%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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