Description

3-Methyl-2-Benzothiazolinone Hydrazone Hydrochloride Monohydrate is a key analytical reagent and chemical intermediate. Its primary value lies in its role as a chromogenic agent for the spectrophotometric determination of various analytes, including aldehydes, ketones, and oxidizing agents. This compound is essential for researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, environmental, and chemical manufacturing industries.

Application

• Spectrophotometric Reagent: Used as a sensitive chromogenic agent in analytical chemistry for the detection and quantification of aldehydes (e.g., formaldehyde) and ketones.
• Oxidant Detection: Employed in assays for determining the concentration of oxidizing agents like chlorine, ozone, and peroxides in water treatment and industrial processes.
• Pharmaceutical Analysis: Serves as a derivatization reagent in HPLC and other analytical methods for drug substance and impurity profiling.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized in enzymatic assays and as a probe for studying biochemical pathways involving carbonyl compounds.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile hydrazone-based building block or intermediate in organic synthesis for creating heterocyclic compounds.
• Environmental Monitoring: Applied in test kits and methods for monitoring air and water quality, specifically for pollutant aldehydes.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-2-Benzothiazolinone Hydrazone Hydrochloride Monohydrate
CAS No.	38894-11-0
Molecular Formula	C9H11N3OS • HCl • H2O
Molecular Weight	259.73 g/mol (Monohydrate)
Synonyms	MBTH Hydrochloride Monohydrate; 3-Methyl-2-benzothiazolinone hydrazone hydrochloride hydrate; MBTH•HCl•H2O; Aldehyde Test Reagent MBTH; 2-Benzothiazolinone, 3-methyl-, hydrazone, hydrochloride, monohydrate; Formaldehyde Detection Reagent; N-Methylbenzothiazolone Hydrazone Hydrochloride; Spectrophotometric Reagent MBTH
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-2-Benzothiazolinone Hydrazone Hydrochloride Monohydrate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for analytical and research applications. 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 place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or light may affect its performance and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	5.0% - 8.0% (Theoretical for monohydrate: ~6.9%)
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in water, methanol

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