5-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)benzimidazole CAS 294656-36-3

Purity 97%+In StockPharmaceutical Standards
CAS No.294656-36-3
Molecular FormulaC8H9N3O
Molecular Weight163.18 g/mol
CategoryPharmaceutical Standards / API Standards
AvailabilityIn Stock

Chemical Structure

5-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)benzimidazole CAS 294656-36-3 chemical structure

Description

CATO supplies 5-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)benzimidazole (CAS 294656-36-3), a pharmaceutical standards reference standard manufactured under ISO 17034 accreditation. Molecular formula: C8H9N3O. Molecular weight: 163.18 g/mol. Batch-specific COA and technical support are available on request.

Physical & Chemical Properties

Molecular FormulaC8H9N3O
Molecular Weight163.18 g/mol
AppearanceOff-white to pale yellow crystalline powder. (faint amine-like odor)
Purity97%+
StorageStore at 2-8°C, protect from light
Solubility (reference)Soluble in DMSO, DMF, methanol
StabilityLight-sensitive; avoid direct strong light
Degree of Unsaturation (DBE)6.0
UV AbsorptionUV-absorbing
Structural FeaturesAromatic ring present
CAS Registry Year (est.)2025
Nitrogen Atoms3

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