Description

5-Bromo-2-Phenylbenzimidazole is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both benzimidazole and brominated phenyl moieties, makes it an essential intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the benzimidazole core is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a ligand or precursor for ligands in metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments where bromination allows for further functionalization and color tuning.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Employed as a standard reagent in chemical research for studying heterocyclic reactions and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Phenylbenzimidazole
CAS No.	1741-50-0
Molecular Formula	C13H9BrN2
Molecular Weight	273.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Phenyl-5-bromobenzimidazole; 5-Bromo-2-phenyl-1H-benzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-bromo-2-phenyl-; 5-Bromo-2-phenyl-1,3-benzodiazole; NSC 403714; 5-Br-2-Ph-BIM; 5-Bromo-2-phenylbenzimidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Phenylbenzimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specifications and test results. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles where applicable, ensuring reliability for your most sensitive R&D and production processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.