Description

1-(1-Octyl-1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)Ethanol is a specialized organic compound belonging to the benzimidazole class, valued for its role as a versatile chemical intermediate. This compound matters for its ability to impart specific functional properties in advanced material synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process engineers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and performance additives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzymatic pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require a benzimidazole core structure.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce functional benzimidazole groups into polymer chains to enhance thermal stability or UV resistance.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Formulation: A component in high-performance additives for coatings and lubricants in industrial applications.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated for use in the development of organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and semiconductors.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(1-Octyl-1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)Ethanol
CAS No.	293330-01-5
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₆N₂O
Molecular Weight	274.40 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Hydroxyethyl)-1-octyl-1H-benzimidazole; 1-(1-Octyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)ethan-1-ol; 1-(1-Octylbenzimidazol-2-yl)ethanol; α-(1-Octyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)ethanol; 1-Octyl-2-(1-hydroxyethyl)benzimidazole; NSC 797083; Ethanol, 1-(1-octyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)-
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Quality Control

Our 1-(1-Octyl-1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)Ethanol is produced 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. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and 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 after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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