2-Methylbenzimidazole

• CAT Number: R063464
• CAS Number: 615-15-6
• Molecular Formula: C8H8N2
• Molecular Weight: 132.17
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-Methyl-1H-benzimidazole; 2-Methyl-benzimidazole; 2-Methylbenzoimidazole; NSC 6500
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: 2-methyl-1H-benzimidazole
• InChI: InChI=1S/C8H8N2/c1-6-9-7-4-2-3-5-8(7)10-6/h2-5H,1H3,(H,9,10)
• InChIKey: LDZYRENCLPUXAX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=NC2=CC=CC=C2N1

2-Methylbenzimidazole（Cat No.:R063464）is a heterocyclic aromatic compound featuring a benzimidazole core substituted with a methyl group at the 2-position. It is commonly used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes. This compound serves as a key building block in the development of bioactive molecules, particularly those with antimicrobial, antiviral, or anticancer properties. Its structure also makes it suitable for coordination chemistry and ligand design. Supplied at high purity, 2-Methylbenzimidazole is ideal for applications in medicinal chemistry, materials research, and fine chemical synthesis.