Description

1-T-Butyl-Benzoimidazole-6-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, functionalized benzoimidazole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials, where its unique steric and electronic properties are leveraged. It is primarily needed by research and development chemists, process development scientists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for candidates targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, where the benzoimidazole core offers specific biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a sophisticated ligand scaffold in the design of transition metal catalysts for asymmetric synthesis and other specialized reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, polymers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its functional carboxylic acid group and rigid heterocyclic structure.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized as a building block for developing molecular probes and diagnostic agents in biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-T-Butyl-Benzoimidazole-6-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1199773-33-5
Molecular Formula	C12H14N2O2
Molecular Weight	218.25 g/mol
Synonyms	1-tert-Butyl-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-6-carboxylic acid; 1-(tert-Butyl)-1H-benzimidazole-6-carboxylic Acid; 1-Tert-Butylbenzimidazole-6-Carboxylic Acid; 1-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1H-benzimidazole-6-carboxylic acid; 6-Carboxy-1-tert-butylbenzimidazole; 1-T-Butyl-6-Carboxybenzimidazole; 1199773-33-5
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Quality Control

Our 1-T-Butyl-Benzoimidazole-6-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and commercial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed specifications are provided for every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white 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.