Description

5-(Benzyloxy)-1-Methyl-1,3-Benzodiazole is a specialized benzimidazole derivative, a key heterocyclic scaffold in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile building block in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for creating novel molecules with targeted properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of novel benzimidazole-based drug candidates, particularly for antiviral and anticancer research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new fungicides and herbicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the benzimidazole core.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the creation of advanced polymers and organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or linker in the design of enzyme inhibitors and molecular tools for biological studies.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for method development and exploring new chemical reactions in organic chemistry laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-(Benzyloxy)-1-Methyl-1,3-Benzodiazole
CAS No.	93732-50-4
Molecular Formula	C15H14N2O
Molecular Weight	238.29 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-5-(phenylmethoxy)-1H-benzimidazole; 5-Benzyloxy-1-methylbenzimidazole; 1-Methyl-5-benzyloxybenzimidazole; 5-(Benzyloxy)-1-methylbenzimidazole; NSC 405124; 1H-Benzimidazole, 1-methyl-5-(phenylmethoxy)-; 5-(Phenylmethoxy)-1-methyl-1H-benzimidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-(Benzyloxy)-1-Methyl-1,3-Benzodiazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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