Description

2-tert-Butyl-5-Chloro-1,3,4-Thiadiazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a thiadiazole core, which is a key structural motif in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and high-value chemical intermediate and building block for the development of complex molecules with specific biological or material properties. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

This chemical intermediate enables the synthesis of sophisticated molecules across several high-tech industries.

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as a key building block for developing advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the development of polymers with unique electronic or thermal properties.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Employed in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems.
• Organic Synthesis & Process Chemistry: A valuable reagent for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks in laboratory and pilot-scale production.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-tert-Butyl-5-Chloro-1,3,4-Thiadiazole
CAS No.	77822-86-7
Molecular Formula	C6H9ClN2S
Molecular Weight	176.67 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Chloro-2-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1,3,4-thiadiazole; 2-(tert-Butyl)-5-chloro-1,3,4-thiadiazole; 5-Chloro-2-tert-butyl-1,3,4-thiadiazole; 2-tert-Butyl-5-chloro-1,3,4-thiadiazole; tert-Butyl 5-chloro-1,3,4-thiadiazol-2-yl ether (incorrect but common alias); 5-Chloro-2-(tert-butyl)-1,3,4-thiadiazole; TBCTD; 2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-5-chloro-1,3,4-thiadiazole
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-tert-Butyl-5-Chloro-1,3,4-Thiadiazole adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. All materials undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to verify identity and purity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment and is available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider maintaining the material under an inert atmosphere to preserve stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.