Description

2-Amino-6-Methoxybenzothiazole is a versatile benzothiazole derivative, a key heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both amino and methoxy functional groups, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific electronic and binding properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive scaffold.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a key intermediate for producing methine dyes, cationic dyes, and other specialty colorants for textiles and plastics.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and corrosion inhibitors.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in proteomics and enzyme inhibition studies as a potential ligand or probe.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile reagent for constructing more complex benzothiazole, benzimidazole, and fused heterocyclic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-6-Methoxybenzothiazole
CAS No.	1747-60-0
Molecular Formula	C8H8N2OS
Molecular Weight	180.23 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Methoxy-2-benzothiazolamine; 6-Methoxy-2-aminobenzothiazole; 2-Benzothiazolamine, 6-methoxy-; 2-Amino-6-methoxybenzothiazole; 6-Methoxy-2-benzothiazolylamine; NSC 403697; 2-Amino-6-methoxy-1,3-benzothiazole; 6-Methoxybenzothiazol-2-amine
EINECS	217-137-2

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-6-Methoxybenzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.