Compound Q&A
How is 2-{[(3,5-Dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl}-5-methoxy-1H-benzimidazole (CAS: 110374-16-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
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The compound is typically synthesized by reacting 3,5-dimethylpyridine with an alkylating agent followed by treatment with sulfinic acid. The reaction involves use of catalytic amounts of sulfuric acid, and the product is isolated through recrystallization. The yield is around 80%.
About
CAS No
110374-16-8
English Name
2-{[(3,5-Dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfinyl}-5-methoxy-1H-benzimidazole
Molecular Formula
C16H17N3O2S
Molecular Weight
315.4 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=CC(=C(N=C1)CS(=O)C2=NC3=C(N2)C=C(C=C3)OC)C
InChIKey
ZMXZYNHJPJEPAE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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