Description

4-Fluorobenzothiazole is a high-value fluorinated heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, where the introduction of a fluorine atom can dramatically alter biological activity and physicochemical properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to incorporate the benzothiazole scaffold into novel molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical synthon for the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitors and CNS-active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in creating novel herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides where the benzothiazole moiety contributes to efficacy.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), liquid crystals, and other advanced electronic materials.
• Fluorine Chemistry Research: A valuable substrate for studying fluorination reactions and structure-activity relationships (SAR) in medicinal chemistry.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing complex ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Fluorobenzothiazole
CAS No.	1247348-92-0
Molecular Formula	C7H4FNS
Molecular Weight	153.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Fluoro-1,3-benzothiazole; 4-Fluoro-benzothiazole; Benzothiazole, 4-fluoro-; 4-Fluorobenzo[d]thiazole; 4-FBT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Fluorobenzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container should be kept tightly sealed to prevent contamination and moisture absorption.

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	≤ 10 ppm

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