Basic information:
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CAS NO |
42831-50-5 |
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Product Name |
5-Methyl-4-isoxazolecarboxylic acid |
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Molecular formula |
C5H5NO3 |
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Molecular weight |
127.10 |
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Structure |
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Solubility |
soluble in organic solvents like ethanol, insoluble in water, depending on specific conditions. |
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Usage |
anti-inflammatory and arthritis treatment effects |
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Product Specifications |
White or pale yellow Crystalline powder, odourless Reside on Ignition ≤ 0.1% Heavy Metals ≤ 0.002% Water≤0.5% Melting Point:145-149℃ Assay ≥ 98.5% 3-Methyl Isomeric Compound≤ 0.2% |
Product Manager E-mail: grace@coreychem.com/Grace Zhang
Application:
- This compound is an isoxazole carboxylic acid derivative, which contains both an isoxazole
ring and a carboxyl group as important functional groups in its structure.
- It is used to produce Leflunomide, it is the key intermediate of Leflunomide.
- It can also be used for many other applications,such as used as intermediate in the synthesis
of bioactive compounds.
- It holds significant application value in the synthesis of antibiotics (such as sulfonamide drugs) and anti-inflammatory drugs.
- Its carboxyl functional group also makes it easy to undergo various derivatization reactions
such as esterification and amidation.
About Synthesize method:
- It can be synthesized through multiple organic reaction ways, such as Cyclization & Functional Group Addition.
- The isoxazole ring can be formed via cyclization reactions from suitable precursors—such as an alkene, nitrile, and oxygen sources.
- The methyl group and a carboxylic acid group can be incorporated at the desired positions using conventional synthetic methods, such as alkylation and oxidation.
Current Production Scale:
- Commercial produced, Stock available for hundreds of kilograms.
Transportation information:
- Not Dangerous goods
Security risks:
- may cause eye and skin irritation
- harmful if inhaled.
- Relatively low acute toxicity, but long-term exposure may lead to discomfort.
- Mild toxicity to aquatic organisms.
Storage&Package:
Package: 25KG Carton Drum
Storage: Sealed and stored in a cool (15-25℃), dry place.
