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Benzothiazole

SKU 90037340 CAS 95-16-9 C7H5NS MW 135.19 Available on enquiry

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Benzothiazole is a heterocyclic organic compound used as an intermediate in the synthesis of dyes, rubber accelerators, and pharmaceuticals. It exhibits strong odor and is also employed in corrosion inhibition and as a stabilizer in polymers. Available in 100g, 1kg, and 5kg packaging with purity ≥98%. Molekula supplies Benzothiazole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90037340
CAS Number
95-16-9
IUPAC Name
1,3-benzothiazole
EC Number
202-396-2
Molecular Formula
C7H5NS
Molecular Weight
135.19
Exact Mass
135.0143
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)N=CS2
InChIKey
IOJUPLGTWVMSFF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C7H5NS/c1-2-4-7-6(3-1)8-5-9-7/h1-5H
PubChem CID
7222

Synonyms

  • 1-Thia-3-azaindene
  • 1,3-Benzothiazole
  • BENZO[D]THIAZOLE
  • Benzosulfonazole
  • benzothiazol
  • benzthiazole
  • FEMA No. 3256
  • FEMA Number 3256
  • USAF EK-4812
  • Vangard BT

Literature values

Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.

Appearance
Yellow liquid
Odour
Odor similar to that of quinoline
Melting Point
2 °C
Boiling Point
227-228 °C AT 765 mmHg
Solubility (other solvents)
Very soluble in ether, soluble in acetone, slightly soluble in water
Vapour Pressure
0.01 mmHg
Refractive Index
1.6379

Source: PubChem CID 7222 (HSDB, Haz-Map)

Frequently asked questions

What is benzothiazole used for?

Benzothiazole is primarily used as a precursor in the synthesis of rubber accelerators and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical production.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of benzothiazole?

The chemical formula of benzothiazole is C7H5NS, and its molecular weight is 135.19 g/mol.

How should benzothiazole be stored?

Store benzothiazole in a cool, dry place, away from light and incompatible materials, in tightly sealed containers.

What grade of benzothiazole does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies benzothiazole in technical grade; custom grades are available upon request.

Can Molekula supply benzothiazole in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply benzothiazole in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a benzothiazole order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.

Related products

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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