Description

6-Chlorobenzothiazole is a versatile halogenated heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its role as a key building block for constructing more complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients and functional materials. This product is essential for research and manufacturing chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing the benzothiazole pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and other crop protection agents where the chlorobenzothiazole moiety imparts biological activity.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for organic electronic materials, including ligands for catalysts and components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex dyes and organic pigments.
• Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways in medicinal and synthetic chemistry.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Used in the formulation of specialty chemicals designed to protect metals in industrial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chlorobenzothiazole
CAS No.	2942-10-1
Molecular Formula	C7H4ClNS
Molecular Weight	169.63 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-1,3-benzothiazole; 2-Chlorobenzothiazole (common misnomer, refers to same compound); 6-Chlorobenzo[d]thiazole; Benzo[d]thiazole, 6-chloro-; NSC 403107; 2942-10-1; 6-Chloro-benzothiazole
EINECS	220-941-6

Quality Control

Our 6-Chlorobenzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We employ advanced analytical techniques, including GC, HPLC, and NMR, to verify identity and quantify impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and specific impurity limits is provided with each shipment. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for use as a pharmaceutical intermediate and in other critical applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	92 - 96 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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