Compound Q&A
How is methyl 2-amino-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-4-carboxylate (CAS: 910122-42-8) typically synthesized?
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Methyl 2-amino-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-4-carboxylate is typically synthesized via a condensation reaction between methyl 2-benzimidazolylcarboxylate and ammonia. The synthesis involves heating the reactants under reflux in an inert atmosphere. The yield can be improved by using a catalyst and maintaining an appropriate pH. The product can be purified by recrystallization from ethanol.
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CAS No
910122-42-8
English Name
methyl 2-amino-1H-benzo[d]imidazole-4-carboxylate
Molecular Formula
C9H9N3O2
Molecular Weight
191.19 g/mol
SMILES
COC(=O)C1=C2C(=CC=C1)NC(=N2)N
InChIKey
SAWDEISHFZINBK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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