Description

Methyl 2-Mercapto-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity, versatile heterocyclic building block and intermediate of significant commercial importance. This compound is valued for its reactive mercapto and ester functional groups, which enable its use in the synthesis of complex molecules across advanced industries. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of benzimidazole-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including potential anthelmintic and antiviral agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a critical building block for developing novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis & Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex heterocyclic frameworks and exploring new chemical reactions.
• Material Science: Potential intermediate for specialty polymers, ligands for metal complexes, or functional materials due to its sulfur and nitrogen-containing structure.
• Chemical Reference Standard: Supplied as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in analytical laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Methyl 2-Mercapto-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	92807-02-8
Molecular Formula	C9H8N2O2S
Molecular Weight	208.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 2-Mercaptobenzimidazole-4-carboxylate; 2-Mercapto-1H-benzimidazole-4-carboxylic acid methyl ester; 4-(Methoxycarbonyl)-1H-benzimidazole-2-thiol; Methyl 2-sulfanyl-1H-1,3-benzodiazole-4-carboxylate; 1H-Benzimidazole-4-carboxylic acid, 2-mercapto-, methyl ester; 92807-02-8; Benzimidazole intermediate
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Quality Control

Our Methyl 2-Mercapto-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazole-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP and ISO standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%; Total impurities ≤ 1.0%

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