Description

2(3H)-Benzothiazolethione, 4,5,6,7-Tetrafluoro- is a high-value, fluorinated heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical advanced intermediate in modern synthetic chemistry. Its unique tetrafluoro-substituted benzothiazolethione core makes it an essential building block for developing novel materials with enhanced properties. This compound is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise fluorination and heterocyclic functionalization.

Application

• As a key pharmaceutical intermediate in the synthesis of fluorinated drug candidates, particularly for targets requiring the benzothiazole pharmacophore.
• In agrochemical research for developing new generations of fluorinated pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• As a versatile building block in organic synthesis for constructing complex fluorinated heterocycles used in material science.
• In the development of advanced electronic materials, such as organic semiconductors and charge-transport materials, where fluorination tunes electronic properties.
• For the synthesis of ligands and catalysts used in transition metal catalysis, leveraging the sulfur and nitrogen donor atoms.
• As a precursor in dye and pigment chemistry for creating fluorinated colorants with superior lightfastness and stability.

Basic Information

Product Name	2(3H)-Benzothiazolethione, 4,5,6,7-Tetrafluoro-
CAS No.	786657-51-0
Molecular Formula	C7H1F4NS2
Molecular Weight	243.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5,6,7-Tetrafluoro-2-mercaptobenzothiazole; 4,5,6,7-Tetrafluoro-2-benzothiazolethiol; 4,5,6,7-Tetrafluoro-1,3-benzothiazole-2-thione; 4,5,6,7-Tetrafluoro-2-sulfanyl-1,3-benzothiazole; 4,5,6,7-Tetrafluorobenzothiazole-2-thiol; Tetrafluorobenzothiazolethione; MBT-F4; 786657-51-0
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Quality Control

Our production of 2(3H)-Benzothiazolethione, 4,5,6,7-Tetrafluoro- adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced 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, supporting your R&D and scale-up activities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and fluorides. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maximize stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.