Description

3-Methyl-2-(Methylthio)Benzothiazolium p-Toluenesulphonate is a specialized organic salt primarily used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of functional dyes and advanced materials. Its value lies in its role as a precursor for benzothiazole-based compounds, which are critical for imparting specific optical and electronic properties. This product is essential for manufacturers and R&D teams in the photographic chemicals, dye and pigment, and specialty polymer industries seeking to develop high-performance formulations.

Application

• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: A crucial precursor for synthesizing cationic and methine dyes used in textile, paper, and leather industries.
• Photographic Sensitizer Synthesis: Used in the production of spectral sensitizers for silver halide photographic materials.
• Functional Material Research: Serves as a building block for creating organic semiconductors, nonlinear optical (NLO) materials, and electrochromic devices.
• Biochemical Reagent: Potential use as a reagent or intermediate in biochemical research and diagnostic agent development.
• Polymer Modification: Can be employed to introduce benzothiazolium moieties into polymer chains for specialized coatings or adhesives.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a standard or reagent in chromatographic analysis and method development.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-2-(Methylthio)Benzothiazolium p-Toluenesulphonate
CAS No.	55514-14-2
Molecular Formula	C16H17NO3S3
Molecular Weight	375.50 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-2-(methylthio)benzothiazolium tosylate; 2-Methylmercapto-3-methylbenzothiazolium p-toluenesulfonate; Benzothiazolium, 3-methyl-2-(methylthio)-, salt with 4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid (1:1); 3-Methyl-2-methylthiobenzothiazolium p-toluenesulfonate; MMTS; Sensitizing Dye Intermediate; Tosylate salt of 3-methyl-2-(methylthio)benzothiazolium
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Quality Control

Our production of 3-Methyl-2-(Methylthio)Benzothiazolium p-Toluenesulphonate adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment 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 a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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