Description

1H-Benzoimidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile heterocyclic building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its role as a key precursor for the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing novel active compounds and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those containing the benzimidazole pharmacophore, which is known for its broad biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the benzimidazole core imparts specific biological properties.
• Organic Ligand Precursor: Acts as a starting material for the preparation of N,O-bidentate ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, fluorescent dyes, and other functional organic materials due to its electron-rich aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a scaffold for developing enzyme inhibitors and molecular probes for biological target identification and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Benzoimidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1865-04-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 1H-Benzimidazole-2-carboxylate; Ethyl Benzimidazole-2-carboxylate; 2-Carbethoxybenzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; NSC 403697; Ethyl 2-Benzimidazolecarboxylate; Benzimidazole-2-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 2-Benzimidazolecarboxylic Acid, Ethyl Ester
EINECS	217-473-1

Quality Control

Our 1H-Benzoimidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, related substances, and other critical parameters are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

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

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