Description

2-Chloro-5,6-Difluorobenzothiazole is a high-value, multi-functional heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its unique halogenated benzothiazole structure, which serves as a critical precursor for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and antiviral research.
• Agrochemical Development: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides with enhanced efficacy.
• Material Science Precursor: Serves as a building block for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), liquid crystals, and other functional electronic materials.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of specialized ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fluorescent Dye & Sensor Development: Acts as a core structure for synthesizing advanced fluorescent probes and biological imaging agents.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs for the production of bespoke compounds under cGMP conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-5,6-Difluorobenzothiazole
CAS No.	960535-39-1
Molecular Formula	C7H2ClF2NS
Molecular Weight	205.61 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-5,6-difluoro-1,3-benzothiazole; 5,6-Difluoro-2-chlorobenzothiazole; Benzothiazole, 2-chloro-5,6-difluoro-; 2-Chloro-5,6-difluorobenzo[d]thiazole; 960535-39-1; 2-Chloro-5,6-difluoro-benzo[d]thiazole; 2-Chloro-5,6-difluorobenzothiazole (CAS 960535-39-1)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-5,6-Difluorobenzothiazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, NMR, and MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all critical quality attributes. Our production adheres to ISO 9001 standards, and we can support development projects requiring materials produced under cGMP guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.