Description

5-Methoxy-1H-Benzoimidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-value, heterocyclic organic building block of significant interest in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound serves as a critical intermediate for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and oncology.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive benzimidazole core.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of specialty polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: An essential building block for constructing more complex heterocyclic compounds in medicinal and combinatorial chemistry.
• Biochemical Research: Employed as a probe or inhibitor in enzymatic studies and biochemical pathway analysis.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Utilized in the synthesis of advanced colorants and fluorescent markers.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methoxy-1H-Benzoimidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	889957-78-2
Molecular Formula	C11H12N2O3
Molecular Weight	220.23 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-Methoxy-1H-benzimidazole-2-carboxylate; 5-Methoxy-1H-benzimidazole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 1H-Benzimidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 5-methoxy-, ethyl ester; 2-Carbethoxy-5-methoxybenzimidazole; 5-Methoxy-2-ethoxycarbonylbenzimidazole; Ethyl 5-methoxy-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-2-carboxylate; 889957-78-2
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Quality Control

Our production of 5-Methoxy-1H-Benzoimidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. The material is manufactured and tested in facilities that follow cGMP principles where applicable. Comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and MS, is performed to verify identity, purity, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider the use of desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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