Description

3-Methyl-1,3-Benzoxazole-2(3H)-Thione is a specialized heterocyclic sulfur compound with the CAS registry number 13673-63-7. This chemical serves as a versatile intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, valued for its unique benzoxazole-thione scaffold. It is primarily sought after by research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and agrochemical producers for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or anti-inflammatory pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides due to its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Acts as a precursor for synthesizing more complex sulfur and nitrogen-containing heterocycles in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the creation of organic semiconductors, ligands for metal complexes, and photostabilizers.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized in biochemical research as a tool compound to study enzyme inhibition or protein interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-1,3-Benzoxazole-2(3H)-Thione
CAS No.	13673-63-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7NOS
Molecular Weight	165.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-benzoxazolinethione; 3-Methyl-2-mercaptobenzoxazole; 3-Methyl-2-sulfanylbenzoxazole; 3-Methyl-2-thioxo-2,3-dihydro-1,3-benzoxazole; 2(3H)-Benzoxazolethione, 3-methyl-; 3-Methylbenzoxazole-2-thione; 3-Methyl-1,3-benzoxazole-2-thiol; NSC 163083
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-1,3-Benzoxazole-2(3H)-Thione is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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	Light yellow to 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.