2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole

Name: 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-051241

About 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole

2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole (CAS 2536-91-6) is a process intermediate or related compound of Cyclosporin offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C8H8N2S and its molecular weight is 164.23 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 6-methyl-1,3-benzothiazol-2-amine. Alternative names: 2-Benzothiazolamine, 6-methyl- and 6-Methyl-2-aminobenzothiazole.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. It carries the GHS signal word “Warning” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to Cyclosporin, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

API route development
Impurity fate & purge studies
Analytical method development

Industries

Related to Cyclosporin

View every impurity, metabolite and intermediate we list for Cyclosporin.

Cyclosporin impurities

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole
Catalogue No.	VQ-051241
CAS Number	2536-91-6
IUPAC name	6-methyl-1,3-benzothiazol-2-amine
Molecular formula	C₈H₈N₂S
Molecular weight	164.23 g/mol
Exact mass	164.0408
HSN code	2933
InChIKey	DZWTXWPRWRLHIL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=CC2=C(C=C1)N=C(S2)N
PubChem CID	17335

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	67.2 Å²
Synonyms	2-Benzothiazolamine, 6-methyl-, 6-Methyl-2-aminobenzothiazole, 6-Methyl-2-benzothiazolylamine, 2-Methylbenzothiazol-2-amine, 6-Methyl-2-benzothiazolamine, SKF 1045, 6-Methylbenzothiazol-2-ylamine, 6-methyl-1,3-benzothiazol-2-ylamine, 2-amino-6-methyl-1,3-benzothiazole, 6-methylbenzo[d]thiazol-2-amine, 6-Methyl-benzothiazol-2-ylamine

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole is 2536-91-6. It is also known as 2-Benzothiazolamine, 6-methyl-, 6-Methyl-2-aminobenzothiazole, 6-Methyl-2-benzothiazolylamine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole?

2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole has the molecular formula C8H8N2S and a molecular weight of 164.23 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 6-methyl-1,3-benzothiazol-2-amine.

What is 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole used for?

2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Cyclosporin. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole can I order?

We supply 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Amino-6-methylbenzothiazole is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.