Description

2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3-Methyl-1-Oxo-1,5-Dihydropyrido[1,2-A]Benzimidazole-4-Carbonitrile CAS NO 166671-26-7 is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate characterized by its complex fused heterocyclic structure. This compound matters as a critical building block in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), offering researchers and manufacturers a reliable and well-defined starting material. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams and fine chemical producers engaged in developing new therapeutic agents, particularly in areas requiring sophisticated molecular scaffolds.

Application

This specialized intermediate serves key roles in advanced chemical synthesis across several high-value industries:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the multi-step synthesis of novel benzimidazole-derived drug candidates.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in research to construct complex heterocyclic frameworks for medicinal chemistry and material science applications.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed in the development of new crop protection agents and pesticides that utilize its specific molecular architecture.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and functional pigments due to its conjugated ring system.
• Academic & Contract Research: Utilized in university and CRO laboratories for methodological studies and the discovery of new chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3-Methyl-1-Oxo-1,5-Dihydropyrido[1,2-A]Benzimidazole-4-Carbonitrile
CAS No.	166671-26-7
Molecular Formula	C16H14N4O2
Molecular Weight	294.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Cyano-2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-3-methyl-1,5-dihydropyrido[1,2-a]benzimidazol-1-one; Pyrido[1,2-a]benzimidazole-4-carbonitrile, 1,5-dihydro-2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-3-methyl-1-oxo-; 166671-26-7; 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3-methyl-1-oxo-1,5-dihydropyrido[1,2-a]benzimidazole-4-carbonitrile; 1,5-Dihydro-2-(2-hydroxyethyl)-3-methyl-1-oxopyrido[1,2-a]benzimidazole-4-carbonitrile
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Quality Control

Our production of 2-(2-Hydroxyethyl)-3-Methyl-1-Oxo-1,5-Dihydropyrido[1,2-A]Benzimidazole-4-Carbonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols. The material undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency meet the exacting standards required for pharmaceutical development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance documentation for your quality systems.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled 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 optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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