Description

6,7,8-Trimethoxyimidazo[2,1-B]Benzothiazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its complex fused-ring structure, featuring imidazo[2,1-b]benzothiazole and trimethoxy substituents, makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel compounds with specialized properties. This product is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in therapeutic areas requiring complex heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides, leveraging its unique benzothiazole core for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor for electron-transporting or host materials in OLED devices due to its conjugated system and potential for functionalization.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The nitrogen and sulfur atoms in its structure can act as donor sites for creating novel metal-organic complexes and catalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where the imidazobenzothiazole system contributes to color and stability.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for universities and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) conducting fundamental research in heterocyclic and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,7,8-Trimethoxyimidazo[2,1-B]Benzothiazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	401845-49-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆N₂O₅S
Molecular Weight	348.38 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 6,7,8-trimethoxyimidazo[2,1-b]benzothiazole-2-carboxylate; 6,7,8-Trimethoxyimidazo[2,1-b]-1,3-benzothiazole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Imidazo[2,1-b]benzothiazole-2-carboxylic acid, 6,7,8-trimethoxy-, ethyl ester; 401845-49-6; Ethyl 6,7,8-trimethoxy-[1,3]thiazolo[3,2-a]benzimidazole-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our production of 6,7,8-Trimethoxyimidazo[2,1-B]Benzothiazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR, MS), to ensure it meets exacting research and development grade specifications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 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
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.