2-Mercaptobenzoxazole, CAS No. 2382-96-9

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2382-96-9

Catalog No. EBD28428

CAS 2382-96-9

Name 2-Mercaptobenzoxazole

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Basic Information

Synonyms: benzo[d]oxazole-2-thiol 1,3-benzoxazole-2(3H)-thione 2(3H)-Benzoxazolethione 2-Benzoxazolethiol 2-Mercaptobenzoxazole 2-benzoxazolethione 2-benzoxazolinethione 2-benzoxazolylthiol 2-mercapto-1,3-benzoxazole benzoxazole,2-mercapto- benzoxazolinethione

Molecular Formula: C7H5NOS

Molecular Weight: 151.19

MDL Number: MFCD00005769

Categories: Synthetic Chemistry > Organic Building Blocks > Sulfides and Thioethers Materials Chemistry > Polymers and Macromolecular Materials > Polymer Additives

Product Description:

2-Mercaptobenzoxazole is a heterocyclic compound featuring a benzoxazole ring fused with a thiol group at the 2-position. Its molecular formula is C7H5NOS, and it exists as a crystalline solid with a characteristic odor. The compound is structurally versatile due to the presence of both a sulfur atom and a nitrogen-containing heterocycle. This chemical is primarily utilized as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of antifungal, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory agents. It also serves as a corrosion inhibitor for metals and as a vulcanization accelerator in rubber production. In research, it acts as a building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic systems and coordination compounds. As a synthetic building block, 2-Mercaptobenzoxazole is commonly employed in organic synthesis for introducing benzoxazole moieties or thiol functionalities. It is also used in the preparation of agrochemicals and dyes. The compound should be handled with care due to its potential irritant properties and stored in a cool, dry environment away from strong oxidizers.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 192-195 °C(lit.)

Boiling Point: 247.3 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 103.4 °C

Density: 1.41 g/cm3

Solubility: SLIGHTLY SOLUBLE

Analytical Data

Appearance: beige crystalline powder