Description

6-Bromo-4-Methyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole-2-Thiol is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block, primarily utilized as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex organic molecules. Its core value lies in its functionalized benzimidazole-thiol scaffold, which is crucial for developing advanced materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to create novel compounds with specific biological or material properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based drug candidates, particularly for antiviral, anticancer, and antimicrobial applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new-generation fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the benzimidazole moiety.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a building block for creating organic semiconductors, ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional polymers.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed as a reactive handle or linker in bioconjugation chemistry and probe development due to the thiol group.
• Dye & Pigment Manufacturing: Acts as an intermediate in the production of specialized dyes and colorants for high-performance applications.
• Catalyst Ligand Synthesis: Utilized to prepare novel ligands for transition metal catalysts used in asymmetric synthesis and cross-coupling reactions.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Bromo-4-Methyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole-2-Thiol
CAS No.	77811-41-7
Molecular Formula	C8H7BrN2S
Molecular Weight	243.12 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Bromo-4-methyl-1H-benzimidazole-2-thiol; 2-Mercapto-6-bromo-4-methylbenzimidazole; 6-Bromo-4-methyl-2-mercaptobenzimidazole; 2-Thiol-6-bromo-4-methylbenzimidazole; 77811-41-7; 4-Methyl-6-bromo-1H-benzimidazole-2-thiol; 6-Bromo-4-methylbenzimidazole-2-thione; 6-Bromo-4-methyl-2-benzimidazolethiol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 6-Bromo-4-Methyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole-2-Thiol is produced under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure high purity and consistent chemical identity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, impurity profile, and physical characteristics are provided with each shipment to support your R&D and manufacturing needs.

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). Due to its light-sensitive nature and potential for oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize exposure to air and moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.