Description

Ethyl 3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzothiazolium Sulphate is a high-purity, synthetic organic salt belonging to the benzothiazolium class of compounds. This specialized chemical serves as a critical intermediate and functional additive in advanced material synthesis and analytical chemistry. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D laboratories in the dye and pigment, photographic, and specialty polymer industries where precise molecular structure and consistent quality are paramount for product performance.

Application

• Sensitizing Dye Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of cyanine and other polymethine dyes used in photographic films, optical data storage, and laser applications.
• Chemical Synthesis Building Block: Utilized in organic synthesis to introduce the benzothiazolium moiety, enabling the creation of novel compounds for material science research.
• Analytical Reagent: Employed as a standard or reagent in specific chromatographic and spectroscopic analytical methods within quality control laboratories.
• Electrochromic Material Research: Investigated for use in the development of smart windows and display technologies due to its electrochemical properties.
• Biochemical Research: Potential use as a fluorescent probe or staining agent in certain biochemical and cellular imaging studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzothiazolium Sulphate
CAS No.	19374-99-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₇NO₄S₂
Molecular Weight	303.40 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-2-methylbenzothiazolium ethyl sulfate; 2-Methyl-3-ethylbenzothiazolium ethyl sulfate; Ethyl 3-ethyl-2-methylbenzothiazolium sulfate; Benzothiazolium, 3-ethyl-2-methyl-, ethyl sulfate; Ethyl 3-ethyl-2-methyl-1,3-benzothiazol-3-ium sulphate
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Quality Control

Every batch of Ethyl 3-Ethyl-2-Methylbenzothiazolium Sulphate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency through rigorous analytical protocols including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture which may affect product quality.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.