Description

5-Ethoxy-2-Ethylmercaptobenzimidazole is a specialized benzimidazole derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of high-performance chemicals. This compound matters for its role in creating advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) where specific ethoxy and ethylmercapto substitutions are required. Industries that need this product include pharmaceutical R&D, agrochemical manufacturing, and specialty chemical synthesis for applications demanding precise molecular architecture.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based drug candidates, particularly for antiviral and antimicrobial applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation fungicides and pesticides, leveraging the benzimidazole core's bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a precursor or electron-transport material in the manufacture of advanced organic electronic components.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: Incorporated into specialty coatings and additives for metals, where its structure provides effective surface passivation.
• Ligand for Catalysis: Acts as a ligand in transition metal catalysis for facilitating complex organic transformations in fine chemical production.
• Polymer Stabilizer: Used as an intermediate to produce additives that prevent thermal and oxidative degradation in high-performance polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Ethoxy-2-Ethylmercaptobenzimidazole
CAS No.	120764-43-4
Molecular Formula	C11H14N2OS
Molecular Weight	222.31 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Ethylthio)-5-ethoxy-1H-benzimidazole; 5-Ethoxy-2-(ethylthio)benzimidazole; 2-Ethylmercapto-5-ethoxybenzimidazole; EEBI; 1H-Benzimidazole, 2-(ethylthio)-5-ethoxy-; 120764-43-4; 5-Ethoxy-2-ethylsulfanylbenzimidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Ethoxy-2-Ethylmercaptobenzimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its property of being easily oxidized, it is recommended to store the product under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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