Description

6-Bromobenzothiazole is a versatile brominated heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in the reactivity of the bromine atom, which enables efficient cross-coupling reactions and functional group transformations for constructing complex molecular architectures. This high-purity building block is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing the benzothiazole scaffold, which is prevalent in compounds with anticancer, antimicrobial, and neuroprotective activities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, where the benzothiazole moiety contributes to biological activity.
• Material Science Research: Building block for creating organic semiconductors, ligands for catalysis, and monomers for specialty polymers with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Intermediate in the production of complex heterocyclic dyes and fluorescent markers.
• Ligand Synthesis for Catalysis: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized ligands used in transition metal-catalyzed reactions.
• Academic and R&D Laboratories: Fundamental reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis, including Suzuki-Miyaura and other palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromobenzothiazole
CAS No.	53218-26-1
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrNS
Molecular Weight	214.08 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-1,3-benzothiazole; 6-Bromobenzo[d]thiazole; Benzothiazole, 6-bromo-; 2-Bromobenzothiazole (common misnomer, refer to correct isomer); 6-BT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromobenzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for sensitive synthetic applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.