Description

Benzothiazole CAS NO 1263279-88-4 is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a benzene ring fused to a thiazole ring, serving as a fundamental building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This versatile intermediate is crucial for developing high-performance materials and active ingredients due to its unique electronic and structural properties. It is primarily sought after by the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for research, development, and manufacturing processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, or antitumor properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its bioactivity.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: An effective component in coatings and additives for metal protection in industrial and automotive applications.
• Vulcanization Accelerator: Employed in the rubber industry to enhance the speed and efficiency of the vulcanization process for tires and industrial rubber goods.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing specific dyes, optical brighteners, and fluorescent markers.
• Polymer and Material Science: Incorporated into the development of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Research & Development: Serves as a critical reagent in organic chemistry research for constructing complex heterocyclic systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzothiazole
CAS No.	1263279-88-4
Molecular Formula	C7H5NS
Molecular Weight	135.19 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Benzothiazole; Benzosulfonazole; Benzthiazole; 2-Thiazolylbenzene; BZT; NSC 924; CCRIS 1381; HSDB 5056; 1-Thia-3-azaindene
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Quality Control

Our Benzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	1 - 3 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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