Description

2-Amino-5-Methoxy-1-Methylbenzimidazole is a high-purity benzimidazole derivative, a crucial heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its functionalized structure, which serves as a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with targeted biological and material properties. This compound is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to synthesize novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based drug candidates, including potential antiviral, anticancer, and anti-parasitic agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the benzimidazole scaffold.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transporting or host materials in OLED displays and lighting due to its rigid, conjugated structure.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The amino and nitrogen donor sites make it a useful ligand for constructing metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of specialized heterocyclic dyes and organic pigments for high-performance applications.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in biochemical studies exploring enzyme inhibition and receptor binding mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Amino-5-Methoxy-1-Methylbenzimidazole
CAS No.	1805-02-3
Molecular Formula	C9H11N3O
Molecular Weight	177.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2-amino-5-methoxybenzimidazole; 5-Methoxy-1-methyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-amine; 2-Amino-5-methoxy-1-methyl-1H-benzimidazole; 1-Methyl-5-methoxy-2-benzimidazolamine; NSC 403697; 2-Benzimidazolamine, 5-methoxy-1-methyl-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Amino-5-Methoxy-1-Methylbenzimidazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality parameters are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to ensure optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow 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 (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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