Description

Benzothiazole, 2-(Fluoromethyl)- (8Ci,9Ci) CAS NO 18020-07-0 is a fluorinated benzothiazole derivative, a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in the strategic introduction of a reactive fluoromethyl group onto the benzothiazole scaffold, enabling precise molecular modifications. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• As a key pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Utilized in agrochemical research for the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Serves as a specialized fluorine-containing synthon in medicinal chemistry for optimizing drug properties like metabolic stability and bioavailability.
• Potential use in the synthesis of functional dyes and optical materials, leveraging the benzothiazole core's photophysical properties.
• Application in material science for creating advanced polymers or ligands with specific electronic characteristics.
• Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical reactions and catalytic processes involving fluorinated heterocycles.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzothiazole, 2-(Fluoromethyl)- (8Ci,9Ci)
CAS No.	18020-07-0
Molecular Formula	C8H6FNS
Molecular Weight	167.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Fluoromethyl)benzothiazole; 2-Fluoromethylbenzothiazole; Benzothiazole, 2-(fluoromethyl)-; 2-Fluoromethyl-1,3-benzothiazole; 18020-07-0; Fluoromethylbenzothiazole; (Fluoromethyl)benzothiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of our Benzothiazole, 2-(Fluoromethyl)- is produced and controlled under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each 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 and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.