CAS 4857-04-9

2-(Chloromethyl)benzimidazole

Description:

2-(Chloromethyl)benzimidazole is an organic compound characterized by the presence of a benzimidazole ring, which is a bicyclic structure composed of a fused benzene and imidazole ring. The compound features a chloromethyl group (-CH2Cl) attached to the nitrogen atom of the benzimidazole, which enhances its reactivity and potential applications in various chemical reactions. It is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents. This compound is of interest in medicinal chemistry and material science due to its potential biological activities, including antimicrobial and antifungal properties. Additionally, the chloromethyl group can serve as a versatile intermediate for further chemical modifications, making it valuable in the synthesis of more complex molecules. Safety precautions should be observed when handling this compound, as it may pose health risks due to the presence of chlorine and its potential reactivity. Proper storage and disposal methods are essential to mitigate any environmental impact.

Formula: C₈H₇ClN₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C8H7ClN2/c9-5-8-10-6-3-1-2-4-7(6)11-8/h1-4H,5H2,(H,10,11)

InChI key: InChIKey=SPMLMLQATWNZEE-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(Cl)C=1NC=2C(N1)=CC=CC2

Synonyms:

• 1H-Benzimidazole, 2-(chloromethyl)-
• 2-(Chloromethyl)-1H-1,3-benzodiazole
• 2-(Chloromethyl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole
• 2-(Chloromethyl)benzimidazole
• 2-(chloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole
• Benzimidazole, 2-(chloromethyl)-
• NSC 103708
• NSC 15436

2-(Chloromethyl)benzimidazole, 95%

CAS: 4857-04-9

2-(Chloromethyl)benzimidazole is used as intermediate in pharmaceutical , in organic synthesis . This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar pro

Formula: C₈H₇ClN₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: White to cream to yellow brown, Powder

Molecular weight: 166.61

Ref: 02-B25548

2-(CHLOROMETHYL)-1H-BENZO[D]IMIDAZOLE

CAS: 4857-04-9

Formula: C₈H₇ClN₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 166.6076

Ref: IN-DA003H2N

2-(Chloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole

CAS: 4857-04-9

2-(Chloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole

Formula: C₈H₇ClN₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: light orange/tan. lumpy powder

Molecular weight: 166.60758g/mol

Ref: 54-OR9012

2-(Chloromethyl)benzimidazole

CAS: 4857-04-9

Formula: C₈H₇ClN₂

Molecular weight: 166.61

Ref: 7W-GK9809

2-Chloromethylbenzimidazole

CAS: 4857-04-9

Formula: C₈H₇ClN₂

Purity: 95%

Color and Shape: Tan powder

Molecular weight: 166.61

Ref: 10-F010651