Description

1H-Benzimidazole,2-(Chloromethyl)-5-Ethyl-(9Ci) is a versatile benzimidazole derivative, a key heterocyclic building block prized for its reactive chloromethyl group. This compound is essential for synthesizing more complex molecules, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel compounds with targeted biological or functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based drugs, including potential antivirals, antifungals, and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the benzimidazole core structure.
• Material Science Research: Acts as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers, ligands for metal complexes, and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a scaffold or linker in the design of chemical probes and bioconjugation reagents for studying biological systems.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Functions as an intermediate in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic dyes and organic pigments.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Benzimidazole,2-(Chloromethyl)-5-Ethyl-(9Ci)
CAS No.	107430-30-8
Molecular Formula	C10H11ClN2
Molecular Weight	194.66 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Chloromethyl)-5-ethyl-1H-benzimidazole; 5-Ethyl-2-(chloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole; 5-Ethyl-2-chloromethylbenzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 2-(chloromethyl)-5-ethyl-; 2-Chloromethyl-5-ethylbenzimidazole; 107430-30-8; 5-Ethyl-1H-benzimidazole-2-methanol, 2-chloro derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Benzimidazole,2-(Chloromethyl)-5-Ethyl-(9Ci) is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

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

Specification

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