Description

3-Methylbenzothiazole-2(3H)-Selone is a specialized organoselenium compound of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. Its core value lies in its unique selone functional group, which serves as a versatile ligand and building block for creating novel catalysts and functional materials. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries who require high-purity intermediates for complex synthetic pathways.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting oxidative stress or requiring selenium-containing heterocycles.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare specialized ligands for transition metal catalysis, enabling more efficient and selective chemical transformations.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new active ingredients with potential fungicidal or pesticidal properties.
• Material Science: Investigated for the development of organic semiconductors, photoconductive materials, and other advanced electronic components.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new reactions in organoselenium chemistry and synthesizing complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methylbenzothiazole-2(3H)-Selone
CAS No.	2786-43-8
Molecular Formula	C8H7NSSSe
Molecular Weight	244.14 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-selenoxobenzothiazoline; 3-Methyl-2-benzothiazolineselone; 2(3H)-Benzothiazoleselone, 3-methyl-; 3-Methylbenzothiazoline-2-selone; 3-Methyl-2-selenobenzothiazoline; 3-Methyl-1,3-benzothiazole-2(3H)-selone; 3-Methyl-2-benzothiazoleselenol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methylbenzothiazole-2(3H)-Selone adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 and incompatible materials. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

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
Residue on Ignition	< 0.1%

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