Description

Benzoimidazol-1-Yl-Acetic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic acetic acid derivative, serving as a key building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its bifunctional structure, which allows for selective modifications at both the reactive acetic acid moiety and the benzimidazole nitrogen system. This compound is essential for research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, where it is used to create novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Functions as a building block for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and advanced polymers.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The carboxylic acid group enables coupling reactions for labeling biomolecules or creating probe molecules.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological studies in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benzoimidazol-1-Yl-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	40332-16-9
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	176.17 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Benzimidazol-1-ylacetic Acid; (1H-Benzimidazol-1-yl)acetic Acid; N-(Carboxymethyl)benzimidazole; 2-(1H-Benzoimidazol-1-yl)acetic Acid; 1-Carboxymethylbenzimidazole; Benzimidazol-1-yl-acetic acid; 40332-16-9; BIA
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benzoimidazol-1-Yl-Acetic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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