Description

1-Ethyl-2-[(E)-2-(Furan-2-Yl)Ethenyl]Benzimidazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring a benzimidazole core linked to a furan moiety via an ethenyl bridge. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable intermediate for advanced materials science and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences sectors for synthesizing novel compounds with tailored electronic or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block in the research and development of new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diode (OLED) Research: Used in the synthesis of novel electron-transporting or emissive materials for next-generation display and lighting technologies.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Employed as an intermediate in the discovery of new fungicides or plant growth regulators due to its heterocyclic structure.
• Dye & Pigment Chemistry: Utilized in the synthesis of specialized dyes and colorants for high-performance applications.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for fundamental studies in organic synthesis and material science within university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Ethyl-2-[(E)-2-(Furan-2-Yl)Ethenyl]Benzimidazole
CAS No.	685097-43-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₁₄N₂O
Molecular Weight	238.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2-[(E)-2-(2-Furyl)vinyl]-1H-benzimidazole; (E)-1-Ethyl-2-(2-(furan-2-yl)vinyl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole; 2-[(1E)-2-(2-Furanyl)ethenyl]-1-ethyl-1H-benzimidazole; Furan-substituted benzimidazole derivative; Light-sensitive benzimidazole intermediate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-Ethyl-2-[(E)-2-(Furan-2-Yl)Ethenyl]Benzimidazole adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. While typically supplied in research grades, specifications can be tailored to meet project-specific requirements. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to direct light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Research Grade)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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