CAS 75848-79-2

Thiazole,5-(2-fluoroethyl)-4-methyl-

Description:

Thiazole, 5-(2-fluoroethyl)-4-methyl- is a heterocyclic organic compound characterized by the presence of a thiazole ring, which consists of a five-membered ring containing both sulfur and nitrogen atoms. The specific structure includes a methyl group at the 4-position and a 2-fluoroethyl substituent at the 5-position of the thiazole ring. This compound is likely to exhibit properties typical of thiazoles, such as being polar and potentially soluble in polar solvents due to the electronegative fluorine atom and the presence of the sulfur atom. Thiazoles are known for their biological activity and are often used in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. The presence of the fluorine atom may enhance the compound's lipophilicity and metabolic stability, making it of interest in medicinal chemistry. Additionally, the compound's reactivity can be influenced by the functional groups attached to the thiazole ring, which may participate in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and electrophilic additions.

Formula: C₆H₈FNS

Synonyms:

• 5-(2-Fluoroethyl)-4-methylthiazole