5-Bromo-2-chlorothiazole

Basic information:

Molecular formula: C₈H₈ClN₂O

Molecular weight: 184.62

CAS number: 65608-74-4

Physical and chemical properties: Usually white to off-white powder or crystalline solid. The melting point is generally around 149-151℃. Because the molecule contains certain polar groups, but the overall structure still has more non-polar parts, it is speculated that it is difficult to dissolve in water, but soluble in some organic solvents, such as dichloromethane.

Use: It belongs to the urea derivative class of compounds and can be used as an insect growth regulator to control the growth and development of insects. Its mechanism of action is to inhibit the synthesis of chitin, a key component of the insect exoskeleton, resulting in the interruption of the insect molting process and ultimately death. At the same time, it also has the potential to be an anti-tumor agent. Some studies have shown that its derivatives have cytotoxic effects on cancer cells and are one of the hot compounds in cancer research.

Purity: Generally, the purity of pharmaceutical-grade products can reach about 99%. There are also other industrial-grade products whose purity may be relatively low. Products with a purity of ≥95.0% are common.