Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of (2-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-1-yl)acetic acid (CAS: 40332-17-0)?
Answer
(2-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-1-yl)acetic acid (CAS: 40332-17-0) is a white crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 217.24 g/mol. It is slightly soluble in water but soluble in organic solvents like ethanol and acetone. Chemically, it shows basic properties due to the presence of a benzimidazole ring and is reactive towards acids and bases. It is stable under normal laboratory conditions but can react with strong oxidizing agents.
About
CAS No
40332-17-0
English Name
(2-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-1-yl)acetic acid
Molecular Formula
C10H10N2O2
Molecular Weight
190.2 g/mol
SMILES
CC1=NC2=CC=CC=C2N1CC(=O)O
InChIKey
SMGBDFGKVGSCGB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-03-11 07:58
