Description

2-Phenyl-3H-Benzoimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, multifunctional heterocyclic building block and intermediate of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. Its core structure, featuring both a benzoimidazole and a carboxylic acid moiety, makes it a versatile precursor for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting various enzyme inhibitors or receptor modulators.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides, herbicides, or fungicides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold for bioactivity.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Materials: Serves as a potential building block for electron-transport or emissive layer materials in display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: The carboxylic acid and nitrogen donor sites make it suitable for designing chelating ligands for metal complexes used in catalysis or sensing.
• Polymer & Material Science: Can be incorporated into polymer backbones or as a functional side group to impart specific thermal, optical, or mechanical properties.
• Bioconjugation & Probe Development: Utilized in biochemical research for labeling or modifying biomolecules due to its reactive carboxylic acid group.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-Phenyl-3H-Benzoimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	66630-70-4
Molecular Formula	C14H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	238.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Carboxy-2-phenylbenzimidazole; 2-Phenyl-1H-benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 2-Phenyl-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-5-carboxylic acid; Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 2-phenyl-; 2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-carboxylic Acid; NSC 403914; 66630-70-4 (CAS)
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Quality Control

Our 2-Phenyl-3H-Benzoimidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). The compound may be light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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