Chemical Properties
white to light yellow crystal powde
Uses
A thiadiazole derivative with fungacidal properties. An antitumor agent.
Uses
2-Amino-1,3,4-thiadiazole, is used as an intermediate for ceftraoline.
General Description
2-Amino-1,3,4-thiadiazole (donor) form charge transfer complexes with 2,3-dichloro-5,6-dicyano-
p-benzoquinone,
p-chloranil,
o-chloranil,
p-bromanil and chloranilic acid (acceptors). Effects of 2-amino-1,3,4-thiadiazole [aminothiadiazole (NSC 4728)] on purine and pyrimidine ribonucleotide pools of L1210 ascites cells
in vivo has been reported.
Safety Profile
Poison by subcutaneous andintraperitoneal routes. An experimental teratogen. Otherexperimental reproductive effects. When heated todecomposition it emits very toxic fumes of NOx and SOx.