Kathon 886

Name: Kathon 886
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-039207

About Kathon 886

Kathon 886 is an API impurity reference standard carrying the CAS registry number 55965-84-9. The compound has the formula C8H9ClN2O2S2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 264.8 g/mol. Common synonyms include Kathon LX and MBC-215.

It is supplied as a solid. Reference materials should be stored sealed and away from light and moisture, as specified on the accompanying COA. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a characterised impurity of the parent drug substance, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Kathon 886 in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Analytical method development
Method validation (AMV)
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Kathon 886
Catalogue No.	VQ-039207
CAS Number	55965-84-9
IUPAC name	5-chloro-2-methyl-1,2-thiazol-3-one;2-methyl-1,2-thiazol-3-one
Molecular formula	C₈H₉ClN₂O₂S₂
Molecular weight	264.8 g/mol
Exact mass	263.9794
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	QYYMDNHUJFIDDQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CN1C(=O)C=CS1.CN1C(=O)C=C(S1)Cl
PubChem CID	41679

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 4
TPSA	91.2 Å²
Synonyms	Kathon LX, 3(2H)-Isothiazolone, 5-chloro-2-methyl-, mixt. with 2-methyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone, MBC-215, Kathon biocide, Kathon CG, Kathon 886MW, Zonen F, ProClin 300, 2-Methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one compound with 5-chloro-2-methylisothiazol-3(2H)-one, Bio-Perge, 5-Chloro-2-methyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone mixt. with 2-methyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Toxic

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H310Fatal in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H330Fatal if inhaled
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P262, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P273, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P320, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P361 + P364

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 Kathon 886?

The CAS Registry Number of Kathon 886 is 55965-84-9. It is also known as Kathon LX, 3(2H)-Isothiazolone, 5-chloro-2-methyl-, mixt. with 2-methyl-3(2H)-isothiazolone, MBC-215.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Kathon 886?

Kathon 886 has the molecular formula C8H9ClN2O2S2 and a molecular weight of 264.8 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Kathon 886 can I order?

We supply Kathon 886 in Reference Standard grade, 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 Kathon 886?

Yes. Every lot of Kathon 886 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 Kathon 886 be shipped internationally?

Yes. Kathon 886 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.