What is "benzothiazole"

n. (context organic compound English) A bicyclic heterocycle consisting of a benzene ring fused to that of thiazole

Benzothiazole is an aromatic heterocyclic compound with the chemical formula . It is colorless, slightly viscous liquid. Although the parent compound, benzothiazole is not widely used, many of its derivatives are found in commercial products or in nature. A derivative of benzothiazole is the light-emitting component of luciferin, found in fireflies.