Description

2-Chloro-4,7-Difluorobenzothiazole is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its unique halogenated benzothiazole structure, which serves as a critical precursor for constructing complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and materials science industries, where it is used to develop novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Functional Material Precursor: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as OLED (Organic Light-Emitting Diode) emitters and charge transport materials.
• Fluorescent Probe and Dye Chemistry: The benzothiazole core is utilized to build fluorescent markers and dyes for biological imaging and sensor applications.
• Custom Synthesis and R&D: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and academic laboratories exploring new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4,7-Difluorobenzothiazole
CAS No.	1177320-67-0
Molecular Formula	C7H2ClF2NS
Molecular Weight	205.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4,7-difluoro-1,3-benzothiazole; 4,7-Difluoro-2-chlorobenzothiazole; 1,3-Benzothiazole, 2-chloro-4,7-difluoro-; Benzothiazole, 2-chloro-4,7-difluoro-; 2-Chloro-4,7-difluorobenzo[d]thiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Chloro-4,7-Difluorobenzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems and undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure consistency and purity. Our products are supplied with comprehensive documentation, including a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) that confirms identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to high standards suitable for research and industrial applications, with specifications that can meet the demands of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) environments for non-API intermediates.

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. The compound is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.