2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+

Name: 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012301

About 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+

Listed under CAS 149-30-4, 2-Mercapto benzothiazole is a sulfur heterocycle available from Vaqora Chemicals in AR grade, specified at ≥99% purity. Formula C7H5NS2, molecular weight 167.3 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 3H-1,3-benzothiazole-2-thione. Alternative names: 2-Benzothiazolethiol and 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole.

It is supplied as a yellow powder. Literature values give a melting point of 177-181 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include rubber compounding and solvent and extraction work. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Available in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g and 5 kg packs, 2-Mercapto benzothiazole is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Rubber compounding
Solvent & extraction work

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-012301
CAS Number	149-30-4
IUPAC name	3H-1,3-benzothiazole-2-thione
Molecular formula	C₇H₅NS₂
Molecular weight	167.3 g/mol
Exact mass	166.9863
Grade	AR
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29342000
InChIKey	YXIWHUQXZSMYRE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC=C2C(=C1)NC(=S)S2
PubChem CID	697993

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Yellow powder
Melting point	177-181 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	2.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	69.4 Å²
UN number	UN 3077
Synonyms	2-Benzothiazolethiol, 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole, 1,3-Benzothiazole-2-thiol, Benzothiazolethiol, 2(3H)-Benzothiazolethione, Accelerator M, Benzothiazole-2-thiol, Vulkacit M, Ekagom G, Mebithizol, Sulfadene, 2-MBT

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P321, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, 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

Other grades of CAS 149-30-4

Synthesis

2-Mercapto benzothiazole, 98%

CAS: 149-30-4
Formula: C₇H₅NS₂
MW: 167.3 g/mol

VQ-012300

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+ is 149-30-4. It is also known as 2-Benzothiazolethiol, 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole, 1,3-Benzothiazole-2-thiol.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+?

2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+ has the molecular formula C7H5NS2 and a molecular weight of 167.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 3H-1,3-benzothiazole-2-thione.

Which grade and pack sizes of 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+ 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-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. 2-Mercapto benzothiazole, GR 99%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 3077), 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.