Compound Q&A
How is 5-[(2-Chloroethyl)(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-1-methyl-1H-benzimidazole-2-butanoic acid (CAS: 109882-27-1) typically synthesized?
Answer
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The compound is synthesized via a multi-step process starting with benzimidazole, followed by the introduction of the 5-amino group, and then the introduction of the 2-(2-chloroethyl) and 2-(2-hydroxyethyl) groups. Common reagents include chloroethyl bromide and 2-hydroxyethylamine, with the use of appropriate bases and solvents to ensure selectivity and high yield.
About
CAS No
109882-27-1
English Name
5-[(2-Chloroethyl)(2-hydroxyethyl)amino]-1-methyl-1H-benzimidazole-2-butanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C16H22ClN3O3
Molecular Weight
339.82 g/mol
SMILES
CN1C2=C(C=C(C=C2)N(CCO)CCCl)N=C1CCCC(=O)O
InChIKey
PFTRYOMJJKBZKV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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