Description

2(5H)-Thiazolethione is a specialized sulfur and nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials. This product is essential for research and development chemists, process engineers, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel active ingredients or ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological or anti-infective pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new generation pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor for creating complex ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and other advanced functional materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: A versatile reagent for heterocyclic chemistry, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	2(5H)-Thiazolethione
CAS No.	82358-10-9
Molecular Formula	C3H3NS2
Molecular Weight	117.19 g/mol
Synonyms	2(5H)-Thiazolethione; 2-Thiazolethiol, 5H-; 5H-Thiazole-2-thione; 2-Mercaptothiazole; 2-Thiazolinethione; 2-Thiazolidinethione; Thiazole-2(5H)-thione; 2-Thiazolethione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2(5H)-Thiazolethione is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing batch-to-batch consistency and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its light-sensitive and easily oxidized nature, it is recommended to handle and store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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