Description

2-Chlorophenyl Isothiocyanate is a versatile organic building block characterized by its reactive isothiocyanate functional group. This compound is essential for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds and functional materials, offering a key pathway to introduce sulfur and nitrogen-containing moieties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and intermediates.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of benzothiazole and thiourea derivatives with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research: A valuable reagent in organic synthesis for constructing complex molecules and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Material Science: Employed in the development of specialty polymers and functional materials requiring specific sulfur-based linkages.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of certain sulfur-containing dyes.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chlorophenyl Isothiocyanate
CAS No.	2740-81-0
Molecular Formula	C7H4ClNS
Molecular Weight	169.63 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Chloro-2-isothiocyanatobenzene; (2-Chlorophenyl)isothiocyanate; o-Chlorophenyl isothiocyanate; 2-Chlorophenyl mustard oil; Isothiocyanic acid, 2-chlorophenyl ester; NSC 404087; 2-Chloro-1-isothiocyanatobenzene
EINECS	220-369-6

Quality Control

Our 2-Chlorophenyl Isothiocyanate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity assay and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment.

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). Keep away from heat, open flames, and incompatible materials such as strong bases, amines, and alcohols.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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