Description

1H-Benzimidazole-2-Carboxaldehyde, 5-Methoxy- is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block, specifically a substituted benzimidazole derivative. This compound is critical for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for constructing novel active compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: The aldehyde and heterocyclic nitrogen atoms make it a useful starting point for creating chelating ligands for metal complexes.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption properties.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a probe or scaffold in medicinal chemistry for studying protein-ligand interactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Benzimidazole-2-Carboxaldehyde, 5-Methoxy-
CAS No.	38786-60-6
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methoxy-1H-benzimidazole-2-carboxaldehyde; 5-Methoxy-2-formylbenzimidazole; 5-Methoxy-2-benzimidazolecarboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-5-methoxybenzimidazole; 5-Methoxybenzimidazole-2-carbaldehyde; 38786-60-6; 5-Methoxy-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Benzimidazole-2-Carboxaldehyde, 5-Methoxy- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request, providing full traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider using an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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