Description

4-Bromo-2-Phenyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole is a halogenated benzimidazole derivative, a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core structure is highly valued for creating complex molecular architectures with tailored electronic and biological properties. This compound is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and material science.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a building block for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs).
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) to introduce complex functionalities.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Utilized to create specialized ligands for transition metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for exploring new chemical reactions and synthesizing libraries of benzimidazole-based compounds for screening.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Bromo-2-Phenyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole
CAS No.	1770-31-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₃H₉BrN₂
Molecular Weight	273.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Bromo-2-phenyl-1H-benzimidazole; 2-Phenyl-4-bromo-1H-benzimidazole; 4-Bromo-2-phenylbenzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 4-bromo-2-phenyl-; 1770-31-6; 4-Br-2-Ph-BIM; NSC 406913
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Bromo-2-Phenyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.