Description

2-(3,4-Dihydroxy-Phenyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, multifunctional organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring both a benzimidazole core and a catechol moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for developing compounds with specific electronic and binding properties. This chemical is essential for research and development in the pharmaceutical and specialty chemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes or receptors where the catechol and benzimidazole groups can act as pharmacophores.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Used in the development of organic semiconductors, charge transport materials, and light-emitting compounds due to its conjugated system and potential for functionalization.
• Metal Chelation & Catalysis: Serves as a ligand for metal ions, useful in creating catalysts for organic transformations or in analytical chemistry for metal detection and sequestration.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific properties like UV absorption, antioxidant activity, or enhanced adhesion.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a tool compound in biochemical assays to study enzyme inhibition, antioxidant mechanisms, or cellular signaling pathways.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated as an intermediate for creating new crop protection agents with specific modes of action.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3,4-Dihydroxy-Phenyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	174533-99-4
Molecular Formula	C14H10N2O4
Molecular Weight	270.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)benzimidazole; 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-1H-benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-; 174533-99-4; Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 2-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-; 2-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3,4-Dihydroxy-Phenyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request. We can support development projects with material tailored to specific purity requirements, from technical grade to high-purity research standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

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

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