2-Mercaptobenzothiazole (MBT) has been used in the synthesis of MBT functionalized mesoporous silica which can be used as an adsorbent for the removal of Hg(II) from aqueous solution.
It can also be used as a:
• Reference compound in photocatalytic activity tests under UV or visible light irradiation.
• Starting material for the synthesis of conjugates of 2-MBT for antitubercular activity studies.
• Starting material for the synthesis of 4-thiazolidinones.
Names and Identifiers
Molecular Weight
167.25
Certificates
Certificate of Analysis(COA)
Enter Lot Number to search for COA:
Chemical and Physical Properties
Solubility
Soluble in ethanol, diethyl ether, benzene, carbon tetrachloride, alkali and alkaline solutions. Slightly soluble in acetone, naphtha and glacial acetic acid. Insoluble in water and gasoline.