Description

2-(o-Tolyl)Benzothiazole is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the benzothiazole class, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate. Its molecular structure makes it a critical building block in advanced synthesis, particularly for applications requiring specific photophysical or coordination properties. This product is essential for R&D laboratories and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking reliable, high-quality intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and diagnostic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), dyes, and photoinitiators due to its heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand in Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating agent or ligand for metal complexes in catalytic and analytical applications.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable standard and building block for organic synthesis and method development in academic and industrial labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(o-Tolyl)Benzothiazole
CAS No.	15903-58-9
Molecular Formula	C14H11NS
Molecular Weight	225.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Methylphenyl)benzothiazole; 2-(2-Methylphenyl)-1,3-benzothiazole; 2-(o-Methylphenyl)benzothiazole; 2-(2-Tolyl)benzothiazole; o-Tolylbenzothiazole; 2-(2-Methylphenyl)benzo[d]thiazole; Benzo[d]thiazole, 2-(2-methylphenyl)-; 2-(2-Tolyl)-1,3-benzothiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(o-Tolyl)Benzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.