Description

4-(5-Chloro-1H-Benzoimidazol-2-Yl)-Butyric Acid is a high-purity, functionalized benzimidazole derivative that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both a chlorinated benzimidazole core and a carboxylic acid side chain, makes it a versatile intermediate for creating complex molecules with targeted biological activity. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in the discovery of new therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators due to the bioactive benzimidazole scaffold.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Employed to create molecular tools for studying biological pathways and protein functions.
• Material Science: Potential use as a monomer or functional additive in the synthesis of specialty polymers with unique electronic or optical properties.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for medicinal chemistry programs and synthetic methodology research in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(5-Chloro-1H-Benzoimidazol-2-Yl)-Butyric Acid
CAS No.	883546-44-9
Molecular Formula	C11H11ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	238.67 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(5-Chloro-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)butanoic acid; 5-Chloro-2-(3-carboxypropyl)-1H-benzimidazole; 4-(5-Chloro-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-2-yl)butyric acid; 883546-44-9; Butanoic acid, 4-(5-chloro-1H-benzimidazol-2-yl)-; 4-(5-Chloro-1H-benzoimidazol-2-yl)-butyric acid
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-(5-Chloro-1H-Benzoimidazol-2-Yl)-Butyric Acid adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). The compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
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.