Description

5,6-Dimethyl-α-(4-Bromophenyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-2-Methanol is a high-purity, functionalized benzimidazole derivative of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound serves as a critical pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for the development of novel bioactive molecules. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating compounds with tailored properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a building block for developing new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators leveraging the benzimidazole core's bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the research of specialty polymers, liquid crystals, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes, inhibitors, or labeled compounds for biochemical and cellular studies.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: The functional groups present make it a candidate for constructing novel ligands used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs and research organizations for bespoke synthesis projects requiring this specific molecular scaffold.

Basic Information

Product Name	5,6-Dimethyl-α-(4-Bromophenyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-2-Methanol
CAS No.	7104-96-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₁₇BrN₂O
Molecular Weight	345.24 g/mol
Synonyms	5,6-Dimethyl-α-(4-bromophenyl)-1H-benzimidazole-2-methanol; 2-(Hydroxymethyl)-5,6-dimethyl-α-(4-bromophenyl)-1H-benzimidazole; 5,6-Dimethyl-1H-benzimidazol-2-ylmethanol; 1H-Benzimidazole-2-methanol, 5,6-dimethyl-α-(4-bromophenyl)-; α-(4-Bromophenyl)-5,6-dimethyl-1H-benzimidazole-2-methanol
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Quality Control

Our 5,6-Dimethyl-α-(4-Bromophenyl)-1H-Benzimidazole-2-Methanol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications. Custom purity grades and analytical packages are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and should be handled accordingly to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0% (Standard Grade)
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤1.0%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤3.0%

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