Description

4-(5-Nitro-1 H-Benzoimidazol-2-Yl)-Butyric Acid is a specialized nitro-substituted benzimidazole derivative with a butyric acid side chain, serving as a high-value synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role in constructing complex molecular architectures, particularly in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for targeted synthesis and medicinal chemistry programs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides or herbicides where the nitro-benzimidazole core provides specific biological activity.
• Organic Synthesis: Serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization, including reduction of the nitro group or coupling reactions via the carboxylic acid moiety.
• Material Science: Potential monomer or additive in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic electronic materials.
• Biochemical Probes: Can be utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-Nitro-1 H-Benzoimidazol-2-Yl)-Butyric Acid
CAS No.	797780-83-7
Molecular Formula	C11H11N3O4
Molecular Weight	249.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(5-Nitro-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-2-yl)butanoic acid; 4-(5-Nitro-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)butyric acid; 5-Nitro-2-(3-carboxypropyl)-1H-benzimidazole; Butanoic acid, 4-(5-nitro-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)-; 797780-83-7; 4-(5-Nitro-1H-benzoimidazol-2-yl)-butyric acid; 4-(5-Nitro-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)butanoic acid
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Quality Control

Our 4-(5-Nitro-1 H-Benzoimidazol-2-Yl)-Butyric Acid is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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