An efficient synthesis of 2-substituted benzothiazoles in the presence of FeCl3/Montmorillonite K-10 under ultrasound irradiation

2-Substituted benzothiazoles have been synthesized via one-pot reaction from aromatic aldehydes and o-aminothiophenol in the presence of FeCl3/Montmorillonite K-10 in absolute methanol at 25–30 °C under ultrasound irradiation. The remarkable advantages are an inexpensive and easily available reagent, a simple procedure, mild conditions, short reaction times and moderate to good yields.

► The reaction involves use of an inexpensive and easily available reagent: FeCl3/Montmorillonite K-10. ► Ultrasound decrease reaction time and increase yields. ► Optimized synthesis of 2-substituted benzothiazoles under ultrasound.