Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-benzimidazole (CAS: 1792-40-1)?
Answer
2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-benzimidazole (CAS: 1792-40-1) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 225.13 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water and has good solubility in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it is relatively stable but can react with reducing agents. It is insoluble in common nonpolar solvents such as hexane and toluene.
About
CAS No
1792-40-1
English Name
2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-benzimidazole
Molecular Formula
C8H7N3O2
Molecular Weight
177.16 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=NC2=C(N1)C=C(C=C2)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
RKRXTVLCZDPERO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-04 13:04
