Description

2-Bromo-1-Methylbenzimidazole, 97% is a versatile and high-purity brominated heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical, pharmaceutical, and material science industries for constructing novel benzimidazole derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to the bioactive benzimidazole core.
• Material Science: Serves as a building block for creating specialized polymers, ligands for catalysis, and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) for introducing functionalized benzimidazole motifs.
• Research & Development: A standard reagent in academic and industrial laboratories for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and structure-activity relationships.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Bromo-1-Methylbenzimidazole, 97%
CAS No.	49572-60-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrN2
Molecular Weight	211.06 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2-bromobenzimidazole; 2-Bromo-1-methyl-1H-benzimidazole; 2-Bromo-1-methylbenzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 2-bromo-1-methyl-; 49572-60-3; NSC 403116; 2-Bromo-1-methyl-benzoimidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Bromo-1-Methylbenzimidazole, 97% is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.