Description

2-Chloro-4-Nitrobenzothiazole is a high-value heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for synthesizing novel benzothiazole derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel benzothiazole-based drug candidates, including potential antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and pesticides where the benzothiazole core imparts biological activity.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Serves as a key intermediate for synthesizing specialized dyes, pigments, and fluorescent markers.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and sensors, due to its electron-deficient nitro-substituted heterocyclic structure.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The chloro and nitro substituents make it a versatile substrate for palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) to create diverse chemical libraries.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Used to synthesize novel nitrogen-sulfur containing ligands for coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Nitrobenzothiazole
CAS No.	3507-30-0
Molecular Formula	C7H3ClN2O2S
Molecular Weight	214.63 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4-nitro-1,3-benzothiazole; 4-Nitro-2-chlorobenzothiazole; Benzothiazole, 2-chloro-4-nitro-; 2-Chloro-4-nitrobenzothiazole; 2-Chloro-4-nitrobenzo[d]thiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-Nitrobenzothiazole is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

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 strong bases and reducing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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