Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (1-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)methanol (CAS: 115576-91-5)?
Answer
(1-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)methanol (CAS: 115576-91-5) is a colorless solid with a molecular weight of approximately 217.23 g/mol. It has a high solubility in organic solvents like methanol and ethanol but is only slightly soluble in water. This compound exhibits basic properties due to the presence of the amine group. It is a solid at room temperature and is known for its reactivity in nucleophilic substitution and condensation reactions.
About
CAS No
115576-91-5
English Name
(1-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-5-yl)methanol
Molecular Formula
C9H10N2O
Molecular Weight
162.19 g/mol
SMILES
CN1C=NC2=C1C=CC(=C2)CO
InChIKey
FNWIOHZJMSLWCF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-28 19:29
