Description

2-(1-Methyl-1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)-1-Phenylethanone is a high-purity organic compound featuring a benzimidazole core linked to a phenylethanone moiety. This specific molecular architecture makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Used in research to construct complex heterocyclic compounds and fine chemicals.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a component or precursor for advanced organic materials and polymers.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control and method development laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1-Methyl-1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)-1-Phenylethanone
CAS No.	58112-93-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₄N₂O
Molecular Weight	250.30 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)-1-phenylethan-1-one; 2-(1-Methylbenzimidazol-2-yl)-1-phenylethanone; 1-Phenyl-2-(1-methyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)ethanone; α-Oxo-2-(1-methylbenzimidazol-2-yl)benzeneacetonitrile (related); 58112-93-9; Benzimidazole derivative; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our 2-(1-Methyl-1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)-1-Phenylethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial use. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.