Compound Q&A
How is (2-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-1-yl)acetic acid (CAS: 40332-17-0) typically synthesized?
Answer
(2-Methyl-1H-benzimidazol-1-yl)acetic acid can be synthesized through a multi-step process involving the condensation of 2-methylbenzimidazole with acetic anhydride. The reaction is typically carried out in the presence of a catalyst such as p-toluenesulfonic acid. The yield is around 75-80%, and the product can be purified by recrystallization from ethanol.
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
