Description

2-(1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)-1H-Benzimidazole is a high-purity, symmetrical bis-benzimidazole derivative that serves as a critical building block and functional intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its rigid, planar structure and dual heterocyclic nature make it valuable for creating materials with specific electronic and coordination properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty materials sectors seeking to develop novel active ingredients or functional polymers.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes or receptors where the benzimidazole scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a key precursor for developing new fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage its heterocyclic core.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand: Acts as a versatile chelating ligand for transition metals, useful in catalysis and the creation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or complexes.
• Polymer & Material Science: Incorporated into polymers to enhance thermal stability, rigidity, or to introduce specific optical or electronic functionalities.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a component in the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), or charge-transport materials.
• Analytical Chemistry & Sensors: Utilized in the design of fluorescent probes or chemosensors due to its potential photophysical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)-1H-Benzimidazole
CAS No.	6965-02-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₁₀N₄
Molecular Weight	234.26 g/mol
Synonyms	2,2'-Bibenzimidazole; 2,2'-Bi-1H-benzimidazole; Bis(benzimidazol-2-yl); 1H,1'H-2,2'-Bibenzimidazole; NSC 403697; 2-(2-Benzimidazolyl)benzimidazole; 2,2'-Dibenzimidazole; 2-(1H-Benzo[d]imidazol-2-yl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(1H-Benzimidazol-2-Yl)-1H-Benzimidazole is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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