Description

2-Furan-2-Yl-3H-Benzoimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its fused benzimidazole-furan structure, which provides a versatile scaffold for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating new molecules with targeted biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, or insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of advanced polymers, dyes, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a versatile building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds in academic and industrial R&D.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: The carboxylic acid group allows for coupling to biomolecules, making it useful for creating diagnostic probes or biochemical tools.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Furan-2-Yl-3H-Benzoimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	174422-10-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₈N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	228.20 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(2-Furyl)-1H-benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 2-(Furan-2-yl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 2-(2-furanyl)-; 2-(2-Furyl)benzimidazole-5-carboxylic Acid; 174422-10-7; 2-Furan-2-yl-3H-benzoimidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 2-(Furan-2-yl)-1H-benzoimidazole-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-Furan-2-Yl-3H-Benzoimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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