Dimethylformamide → N-(6-Cyano-1,3-benzothiazol-2-yl)-N'-ethylurea

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Reaction Conditions

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2-Amino-1,3-benzothiazole-6-carbonitrile is dissolved in a polar aprotic solvent, preferrably dimethylformamide. R3NCO is added, followed by an alkyl amine base, preferably triethylamine and the solution is heated to about 70–90° C., preferably about 80° C., under good agitation. The solution is allowed to stir for about 4–8 hours, preferably about 4 hours, then cooled to room temperature. The solvent is removed in vacuo and the solids are washed well with ether. The product is further purified by column chromatography and after drying in vacuo, the title product is isolated.

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