Description

5-Methoxy-2-(Methylthio)Benzimidazole is a high-purity benzimidazole derivative, a crucial heterocyclic building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty dyes. It is primarily sought by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based therapeutic agents, including potential antivirals, anthelmintics, and kinase inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of advanced fungicides and pesticides, leveraging the bioactive benzimidazole core.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a building block for electron-transport materials or host materials in OLED device fabrication due to its heterocyclic structure.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or catalysts, utilizing the nitrogen donor atoms in the imidazole ring.
• Dye and Pigment Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of specialized heterocyclic dyes for textiles and high-tech applications.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for use in polymers and advanced materials requiring specific thermal or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methoxy-2-(Methylthio)Benzimidazole
CAS No.	91168-31-9
Molecular Formula	C9H10N2OS
Molecular Weight	194.25 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(Methylthio)-5-methoxybenzimidazole; 5-Methoxy-2-methylthiobenzimidazole; 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-methoxy-2-(methylthio)-; NSC 405124; 2-Methylsulfanyl-5-methoxy-1H-benzimidazole; 5-Methoxy-2-methylmercaptobenzimidazole; 2-Methylmercapto-5-methoxybenzimidazole
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Quality Control

Our 5-Methoxy-2-(Methylthio)Benzimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets exacting standards for research and industrial use. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (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.