Description

1-(2-Naphthylmethyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-2-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, advanced pharmaceutical intermediate and organic building block. This compound is valued for its role as a key precursor in the synthesis of complex heterocyclic molecules, particularly in medicinal chemistry and materials science. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based drug candidates, including potential kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides and pesticides, leveraging the bioactive benzimidazole scaffold.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile aldehyde precursor for condensation reactions, Schiff base formation, and the construction of complex heterocyclic libraries.
• Materials Science: Investigated as a monomer or precursor for functional polymers, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Naphthylmethyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	537010-29-0
Molecular Formula	C19H14N2O
Molecular Weight	286.33 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(Naphthalen-2-yl)methyl]-1H-benzimidazole-2-carbaldehyde; 1H-Benzimidazole-2-carboxaldehyde, 1-[(2-naphthalenyl)methyl]-; 1-(2-Naphthylmethyl)benzimidazole-2-carboxaldehyde; 1-(Naphthalen-2-ylmethyl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-2-carbaldehyde; 2-Formyl-1-(2-naphthylmethyl)benzimidazole; 537010-29-0; 1-(2-Naphthalenylmethyl)-1H-benzimidazole-2-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Naphthylmethyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled and stored under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (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.