Description

2-(Bromomethyl)-5,7-Dichlorobenzothiazole is a versatile halogenated benzothiazole derivative, a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, enabling complex molecular transformations. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and infectious diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the benzothiazole core.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the development of organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and polymers with specific optoelectronic properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed as an intermediate for synthesizing specialized heterocyclic dyes and fluorescent markers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Utilized in palladium-catalyzed reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck) due to the reactive bromomethyl group, facilitating carbon-carbon bond formation.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Provides a scaffold for creating novel chelating ligands and organocatalysts for asymmetric synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(Bromomethyl)-5,7-Dichlorobenzothiazole
CAS No.	123895-46-5
Molecular Formula	C8H4BrCl2NS
Molecular Weight	305.00 g/mol
Synonyms	5,7-Dichloro-2-(bromomethyl)benzothiazole; 2-Bromomethyl-5,7-dichlorobenzothiazole; Benzothiazole, 2-(bromomethyl)-5,7-dichloro-; 5,7-Dichloro-2-bromomethylbenzothiazole; (5,7-Dichloro-1,3-benzothiazol-2-yl)methyl bromide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(Bromomethyl)-5,7-Dichlorobenzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.