2-(Methylthio)benzothiazole

• CAT Number: L039380
• CAS Number: 615-22-5
• Molecular Formula: C8H7NS2
• Molecular Weight: 181.30
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 2-methylsulfanyl-1,3-benzothiazole
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H7NS2/c1-10-8-9-6-4-2-3-5-7(6)11-8/h2-5H,1H3
• InChIKey: UTBVIMLZIRIFFR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CSC1=NC2=CC=CC=C2S1

2-(Methylthio)benzothiazole（Cat No.:L039380）is a sulfur-containing heterocyclic compound featuring a benzothiazole core with a methylthio (–SCH₃) substituent at the 2-position. This compound is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of rubber accelerators, agrochemicals, and pharmaceuticals. Its electron-rich thioether and aromatic ring system contribute to its reactivity in electrophilic substitution and oxidative transformations. In rubber chemistry, it plays a key role in vulcanization processes by promoting cross-linking. Additionally, 2-(methylthio)benzothiazole has been investigated for potential antimicrobial and antifungal properties, making it useful in material protection and biomedical applications.