Description

5-Hydrazino-3-(Methylthio)Isothiazole-4-Carbonitrile is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both hydrazino and nitrile functional groups on an isothiazole core, makes it a critical intermediate for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting infectious diseases or possessing specific biological activity profiles.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its reactive sites for structural diversification.
• Heterocyclic Chemistry Research: Serves as a fundamental scaffold in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical spaces and reaction methodologies.
• Ligand and Complexation Agent Precursor: The hydrazino and nitrile groups can be modified to create chelating ligands for metal catalysis or analytical chemistry applications.
• Material Science Intermediate: Potential use in the synthesis of specialized polymers or organic electronic materials requiring specific heterocyclic components.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Hydrazino-3-(Methylthio)Isothiazole-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	29231-68-3
Molecular Formula	C5H6N4S2
Molecular Weight	186.26 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Methylthio)-5-hydrazinyl-4-isothiazolecarbonitrile; 5-Hydrazinyl-3-methylsulfanyl-1,2-thiazole-4-carbonitrile; 3-Methylthio-5-hydrazinoisothiazole-4-carbonitrile; 4-Cyano-3-methylthio-5-hydrazinoisothiazole; 5-Hydrazino-3-methylmercaptoisothiazole-4-carbonitrile; 3-Methylmercapto-5-hydrazinoisothiazole-4-carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 5-Hydrazino-3-(Methylthio)Isothiazole-4-Carbonitrile is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle and store under an inert atmosphere for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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