Description

2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-5-Methylimidazo[2,1-B]Benzothiazole is a high-purity, specialized heterocyclic organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique fused-ring structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing novel materials with specific electronic or photophysical properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and organic electronics sectors who require reliable access to high-quality, complex intermediates for R&D and scale-up.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific biological pathways where the imidazobenzothiazole scaffold is active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides that require complex heterocyclic cores for enhanced efficacy and selectivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a potential electron-transport material or host/dopant in the emissive layer due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or building block for creating advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or other functional materials with tailored properties.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Intermediate for producing specialized dyes, pigments, or fluorescent markers used in various industrial and analytical applications.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A crucial reagent for synthetic organic chemists exploring new reactions, methodologies, or creating libraries of compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-5-Methylimidazo[2,1-B]Benzothiazole
CAS No.	940399-58-6
Molecular Formula	C18H16N2S
Molecular Weight	292.40 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)imidazo[2,1-b][1,3]benzothiazole; Imidazo[2,1-b]benzothiazole, 2-(3,4-dimethylphenyl)-5-methyl-; 940399-58-6; 2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-5-methylimidazo[2,1-b]benzothiazole; 5-Methyl-2-(3,4-xylyl)imidazo[2,1-b]benzothiazole
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3,4-Dimethylphenyl)-5-Methylimidazo[2,1-B]Benzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, consistency, and traceability. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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