Description

1-(2-Chlorobenzyl)-5,6-Dimethyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole CAS NO 141211-37-2 is a specialized benzimidazole derivative, a key heterocyclic scaffold in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a versatile and high-purity building block for research and development in pharmaceutical chemistry and material science. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting various enzyme systems where the benzimidazole core is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Acts as a building block for electron-transporting or host materials in OLED devices due to the electron-rich imidazole moiety.
• Ligand Synthesis in Catalysis: Utilized to create sophisticated N-donor ligands for transition metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Employed in designing molecular probes to study biological pathways and protein functions.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into polymer backbones or as a functional additive to impart specific thermal or electronic properties to advanced materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Chlorobenzyl)-5,6-Dimethyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole
CAS No.	141211-37-2
Molecular Formula	C16H15ClN2
Molecular Weight	270.76 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(2-Chlorophenyl)methyl]-5,6-dimethyl-1H-benzimidazole; 5,6-Dimethyl-1-(2-chlorobenzyl)benzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 1-[(2-chlorophenyl)methyl]-5,6-dimethyl-; 1-(2-Chlorobenzyl)-5,6-dimethylbenzimidazole; Benzimidazole, 1-(2-chlorobenzyl)-5,6-dimethyl-; 141211-37-2; 1-(2-Chloro-benzyl)-5,6-dimethyl-1H-benzoimidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Chlorobenzyl)-5,6-Dimethyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole is produced under strict quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via NMR and mass spectrometry, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and process chemistry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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	≤ 20 ppm

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