Description

6-Chloro-2-(Methylthio)-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole is a high-purity, versatile benzimidazole derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique halogenated and thioether-substituted structure makes it a valuable building block for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological and material properties. This compound is essential for research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based drug candidates, including potential antivirals, anthelmintics, and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional unit in the creation of organic semiconductors, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions, catalytic processes, and as a standard for analytical method development.
• Dye and Pigment Intermediate: Acts as a starting material for synthesizing specialized heterocyclic dyes and pigments with specific light-absorption properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-2-(Methylthio)-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole
CAS No.	7692-57-1
Molecular Formula	C8H7ClN2S
Molecular Weight	198.67 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-2-(methylthio)-1H-benzimidazole; 2-(Methylthio)-6-chlorobenzimidazole; 6-Chloro-2-methylmercaptobenzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 6-chloro-2-(methylthio)-; NSC 403697; 6-Chloro-2-methylsulfanyl-1H-benzoimidazole; 6-Chloro-2-(methylsulfanyl)-1H-benzimidazole; 2-Methylsulfanyl-6-chloro-1H-benzimidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Chloro-2-(Methylthio)-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system and undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from HPLC, GC, NMR, and other relevant techniques. Our quality commitment ensures the material meets the stringent requirements for research and commercial synthesis applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%, Total impurities ≤ 1.5%

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