Description

5-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzothioamide is a specialized organic intermediate featuring a brominated hydroxybenzene core coupled with a thioamide functional group. This unique molecular structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing complex heterocyclic compounds and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is particularly sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for creating novel molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzymes or receptors where the bromine and thioamide groups are crucial for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new herbicides, fungicides, or pesticides, where its structure can be incorporated into molecules designed for specific modes of action.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in various organic transformations, including cyclization reactions to form sulfur and nitrogen-containing heterocycles like benzothiazoles.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of organic semiconductors, dyes, or photoactive materials due to its conjugated system.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzothioamide
CAS No.	7134-78-3
Molecular Formula	C7H6BrNOS
Molecular Weight	232.10 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-5-bromobenzothioamide; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxybenzenecarbothioamide; 5-Bromosalicylthioamide; 2-Hydroxy-5-bromobenzenecarbothioamide; Benzenecarbothioamide, 2-hydroxy-5-bromo-; 5-Bromo-2-hydroxy-thiobenzamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Hydroxybenzothioamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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