Imidazo[4,3-b][1,3]thiazole

CAS: 251-89-8

Ref. 3D-AAA25189

Product Information

• Name: Imidazo[4,3-b][1,3]thiazole
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Imidazo[4,3-b][1,3]thiazole is a heterocyclic aromatic compound. It is stable in air and water, but hydrolyzes in alkaline media to form an alkylthio that is relatively stable. Imidazo[4,3-b][1,3]thiazole has been shown to have antibacterial activity against enterococci and β-lactamase-producing strains of bacteria. It has been used as a component of topical ointments for the treatment of skin infections caused by gram-positive bacteria. Imidazo[4,3-b][1,3]thiazole also has antiviral properties and can be used as a component of influenza vaccines. This drug may also act as a nitroaromatic explosive or as an antimicrobial agent when it reacts with carbapenems such as ertapenem or doripenem.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 124.17 g/mol
• Formula: C₅H₄N₂S
• Purity: Min. 95%