Description

7-Nitro-Benzooxazole-2-Thiol is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a nitro-substituted benzoxazole core with a thiol functional group. This unique structure makes it a valuable key intermediate and building block in advanced organic synthesis, particularly for the development of novel pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily sought after by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D labs, and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in creating new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme inhibition or possessing antimicrobial properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive thiol and nitro groups.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for creating specialized polymers, ligands for metal complexes, or organic electronic materials.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of complex heterocyclic dyes and colorants.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Utilized in research to create molecular probes for studying biological processes due to its specific reactivity.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Employed in various name reactions and coupling reactions to introduce the benzoxazole-thiol moiety into larger molecular frameworks.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	7-Nitro-Benzooxazole-2-Thiol
CAS No.	101494-76-2
Molecular Formula	C7H4N2O3S
Molecular Weight	196.18 g/mol
Synonyms	7-Nitro-1,3-benzoxazole-2-thiol; 7-Nitro-2-mercaptobenzoxazole; 2-Mercapto-7-nitrobenzoxazole; 7-Nitro-2-benzoxazolethiol; 7-Nitrobenzo[d]oxazole-2-thiol; 2-Thiol-7-nitrobenzoxazole; 7-Nitro-2(3H)-benzoxazolethione; 7-Nitro-2-oxobenzoxazole-3-thiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-Nitro-Benzooxazole-2-Thiol is manufactured under strict process controls to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a comprehensive suite of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting purity, identity, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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