Description

5-Chloro-2-Methyl-3-(3-Sulfonatobutyl)Benzothiazol-3-Ium is a specialized organic salt featuring a benzothiazole core functionalized with chloro, methyl, and sulfonatobutyl groups. This compound matters as a key intermediate and functional material, valued for its ionic character and potential as a dye precursor or photosensitizer. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the specialty chemicals, photographic materials, and advanced material synthesis sectors.

Application

• Synthesis of Photosensitizers and Dyes: Acts as a crucial building block for creating specialized cationic dyes and light-absorbing materials.
• Photographic Industry: Used in the formulation of spectral sensitizers for silver halide photographic emulsions.
• Electro-Optic Materials: Serves as a functional ionic component in the development of advanced materials for optical applications.
• Chemical Intermediate: Employed in organic synthesis for the preparation of more complex benzothiazole derivatives.
• Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying photochemical processes and material properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Chloro-2-Methyl-3-(3-Sulfonatobutyl)Benzothiazol-3-Ium
CAS No.	53622-16-5
Molecular Formula	C12H14ClNO3S2
Molecular Weight	327.82 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(3-Sulfonatobutyl)-5-chloro-2-methylbenzothiazol-3-ium; 5-Chloro-2-methyl-3-(3-sulfobutyl)benzothiazolium; Benzothiazolium, 5-chloro-2-methyl-3-(3-sulfobutyl)-, inner salt; Spectral sensitizer for photographic emulsions; Cationic benzothiazole dye intermediate
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Chloro-2-Methyl-3-(3-Sulfonatobutyl)Benzothiazol-3-Ium adheres to stringent internal quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC and NMR to verify identity and composition. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination. Store away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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