Description

5,6-Difluoro-3H-1,3-Benzothiazole-2-Thione is a high-purity, fluorinated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile precursor for developing novel pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials due to its unique electronic properties imparted by the fluorine substituents and the reactive thione group. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating new active ingredients and specialty chemicals.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced activity and selectivity.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for organic semiconductors, liquid crystals, and other functional electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new fluorinated heterocyclic chemistry and reaction pathways in academic and industrial labs.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Can be utilized in the synthesis of specialized fluorinated dyes and pigments.
• Ligand Synthesis: Potential precursor for creating novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Difluoro-3H-1,3-Benzothiazole-2-Thione
CAS No.	786657-48-5
Molecular Formula	C7H3F2NS2
Molecular Weight	203.23 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Difluoro-1,3-benzothiazole-2(3H)-thione; 2-Mercapto-5,6-difluorobenzothiazole; 5,6-Difluoro-2-mercaptobenzothiazole; 5,6-Difluorobenzo[d]thiazole-2-thiol; 2-Thioxo-5,6-difluoro-2,3-dihydro-1,3-benzothiazole; 786657-48-5; 5,6-Difluoro-3H-benzo[d]thiazole-2-thione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5,6-Difluoro-3H-1,3-Benzothiazole-2-Thione is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorinating agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Light yellow to yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.