Description

1,2-Dimethyl-3-[(4-Sulphonatophenyl)Methyl]-5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1H-Benzimidazolium is a high-purity, functionalized benzimidazolium salt with a sulfonate group, offering unique solubility and reactivity characteristics. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate or functional additive in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel products.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring a benzimidazole core with enhanced water solubility.
• Catalyst or Ligand Precursor: Serves as a building block for N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands in transition metal catalysis for organic transformations.
• Ionic Liquid Component: Employed in the formulation of task-specific ionic liquids due to its charged benzimidazolium structure and sulfonate anion.
• Dye and Pigment Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes, pigments, and optical brighteners.
• Polymer Modification: Utilized to introduce ionic or polar functional groups into polymer chains to alter physical properties like hydrophilicity.
• Analytical Reagent: May be used as a standard or reagent in analytical chemistry and biochemical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,2-Dimethyl-3-[(4-Sulphonatophenyl)Methyl]-5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1H-Benzimidazolium
CAS No.	68959-22-8
Molecular Formula	C17H16F3N2O3S
Molecular Weight	385.38 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1,2-dimethyl-3-[(4-sulfophenyl)methyl]-1H-benzimidazolium; 1,2-Dimethyl-3-(4-sulfobenzyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)benzimidazolium; Benzimidazolium, 1,2-dimethyl-3-[(4-sulfophenyl)methyl]-5-(trifluoromethyl)-, inner salt; 68959-22-8; 1H-Benzimidazolium, 1,2-dimethyl-3-[(4-sulfophenyl)methyl]-5-(trifluoromethyl)-
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Quality Control

Our 1,2-Dimethyl-3-[(4-Sulphonatophenyl)Methyl]-5-(Trifluoromethyl)-1H-Benzimidazolium is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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