5-Amino-3-methylisoxazole

CAS: 14678-02-5

Ref. 3D-FA11918

Product Information

• Name: 5-Amino-3-methylisoxazole
• Synonyms: 3-Methyl-1,2-Oxazol-5-Amine, 3-Methyl-1,2-oxazol-5-ylamine, 3-Methyl-5-Aminoisoxazole, 3-Methyl-5-Isoxazolamin, 3-Methyl-5-isoxazolamine, 3-Methyl-5-isoxazolylamine, 5-Amino-3-Methylisoxazole, 5-Amino-3-methyl-1,2-oxazole, 5-Isoxazolamine, 3-methyl-, Isoxazole, 5-amino-3-methyl-, NSC 93421

Description

5-Amino-3-methylisoxazole is a tetronic acid that can be switched between two forms, the cis and trans form. It is a structural analogue of salicylaldehyde and has a similar functional theory. 5-Amino-3-methylisoxazole is an intermediate in the synthesis of quinoline derivatives, sulfa drugs and other chemicals. It can also be used as an antibacterial agent because it has been shown to have activity against E. coli and Staphylococcus aureus. The cis form of 5-amino-3-methylisoxazole is formed when it reacts with chloride ions or sodium salts under ultrasonication. This activated form has been shown to have antimicrobial activity against gram negative bacteria such as E. coli and Salmonella typhi, although not for gram positive bacteria such as S. aureus or Proteus vulgaris. The trans form of the molecule contains no

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 98.1 g/mol
• Formula: C₄H₆N₂O
• Purity: Min. 95%