Description

Benzothiazole, 6-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)- is a high-value, halogenated benzothiazole derivative distinguished by its trifluoromethyl and chloro substituents, which impart unique electronic and steric properties. This compound serves as a critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for the synthesis of complex organic molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries seeking to incorporate the benzothiazole scaffold into novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly for targets in oncology, neurology, and anti-infective therapies.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides with enhanced activity and selectivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or additive in the development of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Versatile reagent for introducing the 2-(trifluoromethyl)benzothiazole moiety into more complex molecular architectures via cross-coupling and functional group transformations.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Intermediate for the production of specialized dyes and fluorescent markers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzothiazole, 6-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)-
CAS No.	679396-59-9
Molecular Formula	C8H3ClF3NS
Molecular Weight	237.62 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzothiazole; 2-(Trifluoromethyl)-6-chlorobenzothiazole; 6-Chloro-2-trifluoromethyl-1,3-benzothiazole; 6-Chloro-2-trifluoromethylbenzothiazole; 1,3-Benzothiazole, 6-chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-; 6-Chloro-2-(trifluoromethyl)-1,3-benzothiazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Benzothiazole, 6-Chloro-2-(Trifluoromethyl)- 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, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor specifications to meet specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. The container must be kept tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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