Description

2,5-Dimethyl-3-Ethylbenzothiazole-3-Ium is a versatile benzothiazolium salt with a quaternary nitrogen center, serving as a key intermediate and functional material. Its value lies in its unique cationic structure, which imparts specific photophysical and chemical properties critical for advanced applications. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, particularly in the development of dyes, sensors, and biologically active molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the benzothiazole scaffold is active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as a precursor for cationic dyes, fluorescent markers, and photoinitiators used in various imaging and coloring technologies.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis, catalysis studies, and the creation of ionic liquids or other functional materials.
• Sensor Technology: Utilized in the development of chemosensors and biosensors due to its potential for specific ion recognition and signal transduction.
• Corrosion Inhibition: Investigated for use in formulations designed to protect metals in industrial settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-3-Ethylbenzothiazole-3-Ium
CAS No.	42846-18-4
Molecular Formula	C11H15NS+ (typically associated with an anion like iodide or chloride)
Molecular Weight	Contact for details (varies by salt form)
Synonyms	3-Ethyl-2,5-dimethylbenzothiazol-3-ium; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-ethylbenzothiazolium; Benzothiazolium, 3-ethyl-2,5-dimethyl-; 3-Ethyl-2,5-dimethyl-1,3-benzothiazol-3-ium; 2,5-Dimethyl-3-ethyl-1,3-benzothiazolium; 3-Ethyl-2,5-dimethylbenzo[d]thiazol-3-ium
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethyl-3-Ethylbenzothiazole-3-Ium is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay (by HPLC), residual solvents, and related substances are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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