Description

3-Isoxazoleacetic Acid, 5-Methyl-4-Nitro- is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic building block with significant synthetic utility. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the research and development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in medicinal chemistry research targeting new therapeutic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development and production of advanced pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Fine Chemical Production: Serves as a versatile precursor in the manufacture of complex specialty chemicals and performance materials.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed in research laboratories for method development, chemical biology studies, and exploring new synthetic pathways.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Potential use in creating novel ligands for metal catalysis or as a scaffold in organocatalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Isoxazoleacetic Acid, 5-Methyl-4-Nitro-
CAS No.	960224-76-4
Molecular Formula	C6H6N2O5
Molecular Weight	186.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-4-nitro-3-isoxazoleacetic acid; 4-Nitro-5-methyl-1,2-oxazole-3-acetic acid; (5-Methyl-4-nitro-1,2-oxazol-3-yl)acetic acid; 3-Isoxazoleacetic acid, 5-methyl-4-nitro-; 960224-76-4; 5-Methyl-4-nitroisoxazole-3-acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 3-Isoxazoleacetic Acid, 5-Methyl-4-Nitro- is manufactured and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards and customer-specific requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed batch-specific data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture and light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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