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2-Cyano-6-methoxybenzothiazole

2-Cyano-6-methoxybenzothiazole chemical structure
CAS Number943-03-3
FormulaC9H6N2OS
Mol. Weight190.22 g/mol

What is 2-Cyano-6-methoxybenzothiazole?

2-Cyano-6-methoxybenzothiazole is a chemical compound with CAS number 943-03-3 and molecular formula C9H6N2OS. It is used in various industrial and research applications.

Applications

2-Cyano-6-methoxybenzothiazole has been used in the synthesis of:
• firefly luciferin via condensation with cysteine1
• luciferin β-glycosides, substrates for novel ultrasensitive enzyme assays2

Specifications

Molecular Weight

190.22 g/mol

Assay/Purity

99%

Solubility

chloroform: soluble5%, clear, colorless to faintly yellow

Safety Information

GHS07GHS07
Signal Word

Warning

Hazard Statements

H302-H312-H315-H319-H332-H335

Precautionary Statements

P261-P280-P305 + P351 + P338

Required PPE

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

Melting Point

129-131 °C(lit.)

WGK Germany

3

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