Description

2-Mercapto-Benzothiazole-5-Carbonitrile is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a versatile intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both a mercapto and a nitrile functional group on the benzothiazole core, makes it a valuable building block for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of novel pharmaceutical compounds, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibition.
• Building block for advanced agrochemicals, including the development of new herbicides and fungicides.
• Precursor for the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and photographic chemicals.
• Starting material for synthesizing ligands and complexes used in catalytic and material science research.
• Intermediate in the manufacture of corrosion inhibitors and rubber chemicals.
• Used in organic light-emitting diode (OLED) and other electronic material research as a functional unit.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercapto-Benzothiazole-5-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	149367-90-8
Molecular Formula	C8H4N2S2
Molecular Weight	192.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercaptobenzothiazole-5-carbonitrile; 5-Cyano-2-mercaptobenzothiazole; 2-Benzothiazolethiol, 5-cyano-; MBT-5-CN; 2-Sulfanylidene-1,3-benzothiazole-5-carbonitrile; 5-Cyano-2-benzothiazolethiol; 149367-90-8
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Mercapto-Benzothiazole-5-Carbonitrile is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatographic purity assays and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting key parameters such as assay, impurity profile, and physical characteristics to meet your specific R&D or production requirements.

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 compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.