Description

5-Bromo-6-Methoxybenzoimidazole is a high-purity, functionalized benzimidazole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile intermediate in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty chemicals, where its unique halogenated methoxy structure enables precise molecular modifications. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel compounds with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting kinase inhibition or acting as receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that require specific halogenated heterocyclic cores.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of advanced polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: A versatile building block for constructing more complex polycyclic aromatic systems and fused heterocycles in academic and industrial R&D.
• Biochemical Probe Development: Utilized in medicinal chemistry to create molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-6-Methoxybenzoimidazole
CAS No.	1008361-65-6
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrN2O
Molecular Weight	227.06 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-6-methoxy-1H-benzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-bromo-6-methoxy-; 6-Methoxy-5-bromobenzimidazole; 5-Bromo-6-methoxybenzimidazole; Benzimidazole, 5-bromo-6-methoxy-
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Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-6-Methoxybenzoimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to meet the stringent requirements of research and development applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.