Description

5-Methyl-2,1,3-Benzothiadiazole is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring a fused benzene and thiadiazole ring system with a methyl substituent. This structure makes it a valuable specialty chemical intermediate and building block for advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or precursor for creating advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers due to its heterocyclic core.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and methodology development in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• Coordination Chemistry: Can function as a ligand for metal complexes in catalytic and sensing applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-2,1,3-Benzothiadiazole
CAS No.	1457-93-8
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2S
Molecular Weight	150.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methylbenzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole; 5-Methyl-2,1,3-benzothiadiazole; 5-Methylbenzo-2,1,3-thiadiazole; 2,1,3-Benzothiadiazole, 5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-benzo[1,2,5]thiadiazole; Benzo[c][1,2,5]thiadiazole, 5-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-2,1,3-Benzothiadiazole is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support custom synthesis and can tailor purity grades to meet specific R&D or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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