Description

5-Bromo-2-Chloro-1H-Benzimidazole is a high-purity, halogenated benzimidazole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its versatile reactivity, enabling the construction of complex heterocyclic scaffolds essential for modern pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly kinase inhibitors and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Research: Used to develop new fungicides and herbicides by acting as a core heterocyclic moiety.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of organic electronic materials and specialty polymers.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a molecular probe or tag due to its distinct halogenated structure for labeling and binding studies.
• Custom Synthesis: A versatile starting material for contract research organizations (CROs) and fine chemical manufacturers for bespoke compound libraries.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Bromo-2-Chloro-1H-Benzimidazole
CAS No.	683240-76-8
Molecular Formula	C7H4BrClN2
Molecular Weight	247.48 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-2-chloro-1H-benzimidazole; 2-Chloro-5-bromo-1H-benzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-bromo-2-chloro-; 683240-76-8; 5-Bromo-2-chlorobenzimidazole; 2-Chloro-5-bromobenzimidazole; Benzimidazole, 5-bromo-2-chloro-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Bromo-2-Chloro-1H-Benzimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development requirements.

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 incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from light.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.