Description

2-(4-Methylphenyl)-Benzothiazole is a high-purity organic chemical building block of significant commercial interest. This compound serves as a versatile intermediate in the synthesis of advanced materials and specialty chemicals, valued for its structural rigidity and electronic properties. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for research and development as well as production-scale applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those with benzothiazole-based pharmacophores for therapeutic applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for biological activity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as an electron-transport material or a core structure for emissive layers in display and lighting technologies.
• Fluorescent Dyes and Sensors: Serves as a building block for creating fluorescent probes and chemosensors used in analytical chemistry and bio-imaging.
• Corrosion Inhibitors: Employed in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial and automotive applications.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and advanced materials to modify thermal stability, optical properties, or mechanical strength.
• Research & Development: Essential compound for academic and industrial R&D labs exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Methylphenyl)-Benzothiazole
CAS No.	16112-21-3
Molecular Formula	C14H11NS
Molecular Weight	225.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(p-Tolyl)benzothiazole; 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-1,3-benzothiazole; 2-(4-Tolyl)benzothiazole; 4-Methyl-2-phenylbenzothiazole; NSC 406916; p-Tolyl-2-benzothiazole; Benzo[d]thiazole, 2-(4-methylphenyl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Methylphenyl)-Benzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity against stringent internal specifications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and 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.