Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1H-Benzimidazol-2-ylmethanol (CAS: 4856-97-7)?
Answer
1H-Benzimidazol-2-ylmethanol (CAS: 4856-97-7) is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 175.21 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but is more soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. The compound shows limited reactivity, primarily undergoing substitution reactions. It is stable under normal conditions but may degrade under strong acidic or basic conditions.
About
CAS No
4856-97-7
English Name
1H-Benzimidazol-2-ylmethanol
Molecular Formula
C8H8N2O
Molecular Weight
148.165 g/mol
EINECS
225-451-2
SMILES
C1=CC=C2C(=C1)NC(=N2)CO
InChIKey
IAJLTMBBAVVMQO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 19:08
