Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Benzimidazole (CAS: 51-17-2)?
Answer
Benzimidazole is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a key component in antifungal, antiparasitic, and antiviral drugs. It also finds applications in industrial chemistry for the production of dyes, pesticides, and polymers. In food science, it is used as a preservative and in research for its role in molecular studies and as a ligand in coordination chemistry. Its unique structure makes it valuable in various chemical and biological fields.
About
CAS No
51-17-2
English Name
Benzimidazole
Molecular Formula
C7H6N2
Molecular Weight
118.13899999999997 g/mol
SMILES
c1nc2ccccc2[nH]1
InChIKey
HYZJCKYKOHLVJF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
