Description

2-Mercapto-5-thiazolidone is a versatile sulfur and nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound that serves as a key synthetic intermediate and building block in advanced organic chemistry. Its value lies in its unique reactivity profile, offering both a reactive thiol (-SH) group and a carbonyl group within a stable heterocyclic framework. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is utilized in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), ligands, and complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing thiazolidinone-based drug candidates with potential biological activities.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile precursor for creating complex heterocycles, ligands for catalysis, and specialty fine chemicals.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in the synthesis of polymers and functional materials with specific electronic or binding properties.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The reactive thiol group can be utilized for site-specific modification of proteins and other biomolecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Mercapto-5-thiazolidone
CAS No.	6913-23-1
Molecular Formula	C3H3NOS2
Molecular Weight	133.19 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Thiazolidinone, 2-mercapto-; 2-Mercaptothiazolidin-4-one; 2-Sulfanyl-1,3-thiazolidin-4-one; 2-Thioxo-1,3-thiazolidin-4-one; Rhodanine; 4-Oxo-2-thioxothiazolidine; 2-Thioxo-4-thiazolidinone; NSC 28397
EINECS	230-027-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Mercapto-5-thiazolidone is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification (IR), purity assay (HPLC), and control of specific impurities, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	164 - 168 °C
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.