Description

1H-Benzimidazole-4,5-Diol(9Ci) is a high-purity, functionalized benzimidazole derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a versatile and critical building block for the development of complex molecules with tailored properties. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or acting as chelating agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new classes of fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage its heterocyclic structure.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a chelating ligand for metal ions in catalysis or for creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and complexes.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for conjugated polymers or small molecules used in OLEDs or organic semiconductors.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in studies involving antioxidants or as a molecular scaffold for probing biological pathways.
• Dye & Pigment Intermediate: Potential starting material for synthesizing specialized dyes and pigments due to its diol and aromatic structure.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Benzimidazole-4,5-Diol(9Ci)
CAS No.	45859-43-6
Molecular Formula	C7H6N2O2
Molecular Weight	150.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Dihydroxy-1H-benzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole-4,5-diol; 4,5-Dihydroxybenzimidazole; 4,5-Benzimidazolediol; NSC 403911; 4,5-Dihydroxy-1H-benzo[d]imidazole; 4,5-Dihydroxybenzimidazole (9CI)
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Quality Control

Our 1H-Benzimidazole-4,5-Diol(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment, supporting your research and development needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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