5-Aminobenzimidazole

• CAT Number: M179797
• CAS Number: 934-22-5
• Molecular Formula: C7H7N3
• Molecular Weight: 133.15
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 3H-benzimidazol-5-amine
• InChI: InChI=1S/C7H7N3/c8-5-1-2-6-7(3-5)10-4-9-6/h1-4H,8H2,(H,9,10)
• InChIKey: WFRXSXUDWCVSPI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C1=CC2=C(C=C1N)NC=N2

5-Aminobenzimidazole (Cat No.: M179797) is a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound featuring an amino group at the 5-position of the benzimidazole ring system. It serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and dyes, particularly in the development of antiviral, antibacterial, and anticancer agents. Its fused aromatic structure and reactive amine functionality allow for diverse chemical modifications, including acylation, alkylation, and condensation reactions. 5-Aminobenzimidazole is also used in the design of heterocyclic scaffolds for biologically active molecules and advanced materials.