Description

5-Chloro-6-Methyl-2,1,3-Benzoselenodiazole is a specialized heterocyclic organoselenium compound of significant interest in advanced material science and pharmaceutical research. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring a selenium-nitrogen bond within a fused ring system, makes it a valuable precursor and building block for synthesizing novel materials with specific electronic or photophysical properties. This high-purity intermediate is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists working in organic electronics, agrochemical discovery, and the development of new pharmacologically active agents.

Application

• Organic Semiconductor Precursor: Serves as a key synthon in the synthesis of novel selenium-containing conjugated polymers and small molecules for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and organic photovoltaics (OPVs).
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Utilized in medicinal chemistry research for the construction of complex heterocyclic scaffolds with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Research: Acts as a building block in the development of new crop protection agents and fungicides.
• Coordination Chemistry Ligand: Its structure allows it to function as a ligand for transition metals, forming complexes with potential catalytic applications.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the creation of novel chalcogen-based materials with unique optical or electronic characteristics.
• Chemical Synthesis Reagent: Employed in specialized organic transformations where its benzoselenodiazole core introduces specific functionality.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-6-Methyl-2,1,3-Benzoselenodiazole
CAS No.	2255-94-9
Molecular Formula	C7H5ClN2Se
Molecular Weight	235.54 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-6-methylbenzo[c][1,2,5]selenadiazole; 5-Chloro-6-methyl-2,1,3-benzoselenadiazole; 5-Chloro-6-methylbenzo-2,1,3-selenadiazole; 2,1,3-Benzoselenadiazole, 5-chloro-6-methyl-; 5-Chloro-6-methyl-[1,2,5]selenadiazolo[3,4-c]pyridine; Benzo-2,1,3-selenadiazole, 5-chloro-6-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 5-Chloro-6-Methyl-2,1,3-Benzoselenodiazole adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC-MS, and NMR spectroscopy. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Complies with ICH guidelines

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