Description

(1-Methyl-1H-Benzoimidazol-2-Ylsulfanyl)-Acetic Acid is a specialized organic compound featuring a benzimidazole core functionalized with a thioacetic acid side chain. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly for applications requiring heterocyclic modifications. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research and agrochemical development sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

This chemical intermediate serves critical roles in research and industrial synthesis:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing new herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators with enhanced efficacy.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Used in heterocyclic chemistry for constructing complex molecular architectures in academic and industrial R&D.
• Material Science Research: Potential monomer or functionalizing agent for creating specialty polymers or advanced organic materials.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The reactive thioacetic acid group can be utilized for linking molecules in probe or conjugate development.

Basic Information

Product Name	(1-Methyl-1H-Benzoimidazol-2-Ylsulfanyl)-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	159222-24-9
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O2S
Molecular Weight	222.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2-[(1-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)thio]acetic acid; (1-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-ylthio)acetic acid; 2-[(1-Methylbenzimidazol-2-yl)sulfanyl]acetic acid; 1-Methyl-2-(carboxymethylthio)benzimidazole; NSC 339586; 2-[(1-Methyl-1H-benzoimidazol-2-yl)sulfanyl]ethanoic acid; 2-((1-Methyl-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-2-yl)thio)acetic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of (1-Methyl-1H-Benzoimidazol-2-Ylsulfanyl)-Acetic Acid adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research and industrial use. All materials are characterized by modern analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.