Description

2-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-5-Nitro-3H-Benzoimidazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a benzimidazole core substituted with a 2,4-dichlorophenyl group and a nitro moiety. This molecular architecture makes it a valuable key intermediate and building block in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly for the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily needed by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, agrochemical manufacturers, and specialty chemical producers engaged in creating novel molecules with targeted biological or physical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based therapeutic agents, including potential antivirals, antifungals, and anticancer compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new generation fungicides and herbicides, leveraging its dichlorophenyl and nitro substituents for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or functional additive in the research of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials due to its conjugated system.
• Dye & Pigment Synthesis: Employed in the production of specialized dyes and pigments, where the nitro and benzimidazole groups contribute to color and stability.
• Chemical Research & Development: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for studying heterocyclic chemistry, reaction mechanisms, and structure-activity relationships (SAR).
• Complex Ligand Synthesis: Functions as a starting material for creating sophisticated ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-5-Nitro-3H-Benzoimidazole
CAS No.	6638-24-0
Molecular Formula	C13H7Cl2N3O2
Molecular Weight	308.12 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Nitro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-1H-benzimidazole; 2-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-5-nitro-1H-benzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-5-nitro-; 6638-24-0; 5-Nitro-2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)benzimidazole; NSC 403014; Benzimidazole, 2-(2,4-dichlorophenyl)-5-nitro-
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Quality Control

Our 2-(2,4-Dichlorophenyl)-5-Nitro-3H-Benzoimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) upon request, detailing specifications such as assay purity and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring high-purity intermediates for research and development.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, handling and storage should minimize exposure to direct light to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.