CAS 2818-66-8

5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole

Description:

5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole is an organic compound characterized by its unique structure, which features a benzimidazole core with amino and mercapto functional groups. This compound typically appears as a solid and is soluble in polar solvents, reflecting its ability to engage in hydrogen bonding due to the presence of the amino and thiol groups. The amino group contributes to its basicity, while the mercapto group imparts reactivity, particularly in redox reactions and the formation of metal complexes. 5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole is often utilized in various applications, including as a building block in organic synthesis, in the development of pharmaceuticals, and as a potential antioxidant. Its biological activity may be attributed to the presence of the thiol group, which can interact with various biological molecules. Safety data indicates that, like many thiol-containing compounds, it should be handled with care due to potential toxicity and reactivity. Overall, this compound is of interest in both synthetic and medicinal chemistry due to its versatile functional groups.

Formula: C₇H₇N₃S

InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7N3S/c8-4-1-2-5-6(3-4)10-7(11)9-5/h1-3H,8H2,(H2,9,10,11)

InChI key: InChIKey=BXDMTLVCACMNJO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: S=C1NC=2C(N1)=CC(N)=CC2

Synonyms:

• 2-Benzimidazolethiol, 5(or 6)-amino-
• 2-Benzimidazolethiol, 5-amino-
• 2-Mercapto-1H-benzo[d]imidazol-5-amine
• 2H-Benzimidazole-2-thione, 5-amino-1,3-dihydro-
• 5-Amino-1H-benzimidazole-2-thiol
• 5-Amino-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-2-thiol
• 5-Amino-2-Benzimidazolethiol
• 5-Aminobenzimidazole-2-Thiol
• 5-amino-1,3-dihydro-2H-benzimidazole-2-thione
• 6-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole
• NSC 3984
• 5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole
• 5-AMINO-1H-BENZOIMIDAZOLE-2-THIOL
• 2-mercapto-5-amino benzimidazole
• 2H-Benzimidazole-2-thione,5-amino-1,3-dihydro-(9CI)
• 6-Amino-1H-benzimidazole-2-thiol
• 5-AMINO-2-MERCAPTOBENZIMIDAZO
• 5-AMINO-2-MERCAPTOBENZIMIDAZOLE 99%
• 5-amino-1,3-dihydro-2h-benzimidazole-2-thion

5-Amino-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-2-thiol

CAS: 2818-66-8

Formula: C₇H₇N₃S

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 165.2156

Ref: IN-DA003MD3

5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole

CAS: 2818-66-8

Formula: C₇H₇N₃S

Molecular weight: 165.22

Ref: 7W-GK4156

5-Amino-1H-benzoimidazole-2-thiol

CAS: 2818-66-8

5-Amino-1H-benzoimidazole-2-thiol

Formula: C₇H₇N₃S

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: pale yellow powder

Molecular weight: 165.22g/mol

Ref: 54-OR480589

5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole

CAS: 2818-66-8

Formula: C₇H₇N₃S

Purity: >97.0%(T)(HPLC)

Color and Shape: White to Amber to Dark green powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 165.21

Ref: 3B-A1482

5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole

CAS: 2818-66-8

5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole is a molecule that has been shown to have antibacterial activity. It binds to the active site of bacterial ribosomes, which prevents the synthesis of proteins. This binding also inhibits the growth of bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. 5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole has been studied using vibrational spectroscopy, molecular modeling and surface-enhanced Raman spectroscopy. The binding constants have been determined by measuring the dissociation constant using sodium carbonate as an electrolyte. The optimum concentration for this molecule is when it is in anhydrous sodium at a constant concentration of 0.1 M.

Formula: C₇H₇N₃S

Purity: Min. 95%

Color and Shape: Powder

Molecular weight: 165.22 g/mol

Ref: 3D-FA05802

5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole

CAS: 2818-66-8

Formula: C₇H₇N₃S

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 165.21

Ref: 10-F036691

5-Amino-2-mercaptobenzimidazole

Controlled Product

CAS: 2818-66-8

Applications 5-AMINO-2-MERCAPTOBENZIMIDAZOLE (cas# 2818-66-8) is a useful research chemical.

Formula: C₇H₇N₃S

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 165.21

Ref: TR-A576965