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2-Methylbenzothiazole
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2-Methylbenzothiazole is a heterocyclic organic compound used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty dyes. It functions as an intermediate in organic synthesis due to its reactive thiazole ring. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 149.21 g/mol, a CAS number of 120-75-2, and a molecular formula of C8H7NS. Stable at ambient temperature with no signal word required. Molekula supplies 2-Methylbenzothiazole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £29.50 per pack ex VAT · £35.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to light yellow to brown liquid (may appear as a solid in cold temp) |
| Melting Point | 11-14°C |
| Moisture | <0.2% |
| Assay (GC) | >98.0% |
| Toluene | <0.2% |
| Acetic acid | <0.2% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 102 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 14 °C |
| Boiling Point | 238 °C at 760 mmHg |
Source: PubChem CID 8446 (Human Metabolome Database (HMDB))
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 89967873 |
| CAS Number | 120-75-2 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-methyl-1,3-benzothiazole |
| EC Number | 204-423-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C8H7NS |
| Molecular Weight | 149.21 |
| Exact Mass | 149.0299 |
| SMILES | CC1=NC2=CC=CC=C2S1 |
| InChIKey | DXYYSGDWQCSKKO-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C8H7NS/c1-6-9-7-4-2-3-5-8(7)10-6/h2-5H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 8446 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2934208000 |
| Tariff Code | 2934208090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 2-METHYBENZOTHIAZOLE
- 2-Methyl-1,3-benzothiazole
- 2-METHYLBENZO[D]THIAZOLE
- Benzothiazole, 2-methyl-
- DXYYSGDWQCSKKO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- methylbenzothiazole
- USAF EK-1853
- WLN: T56 BN DSJ C1
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Methylbenzothiazole used for?
It is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals, and as a building block for cyanine and styryl dyes, where its reactive 2-methyl group undergoes condensation reactions.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylbenzothiazole?
The formula is C8H7NS with a molecular weight of 149.21 g/mol.
How should 2-Methylbenzothiazole be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and strong oxidizing agents.
What grade is available for 2-Methylbenzothiazole?
We offer 2-Methylbenzothiazole in technical grade; custom purity levels may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 2-Methylbenzothiazole in bulk?
Yes, we can supply 2-Methylbenzothiazole in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 2-Methylbenzothiazole?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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