2 Mercapto 5 Methoxy Benzimidazole

Description :

5-Methoxy-2-benzimidazolethiole  may be used in the preparation of compounds present as contaminants in omeprazole, such as 5-methoxy-2-[[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethyl-2-pyridinyl)methyl]sulfonyl]-1H-benzimidazole and 5-methoxy-2-[[(4-methoxy-3,5-dimethylpyridin-2-yl-1-oxide)methyl]sulfonyl]-1H-benzimidazole.It may be used in …
Chemical Formula: C₁₀H₁₁N₂O₂S
Molecular Weight: Approximately 207.27 g/mol
Benzimidazole Ring: The core structure is a fused ring system composed of a benzene ring and an imidazole ring.
Mercapto Group: Attached to the 2-position of the benzimidazole ring, this -SH group is a thiol, known for its potential reactivity in forming disulfide bonds and other chemical interactions.
Methoxy Group: Attached to the 5-position of the benzimidazole ring, this -OCH₃ group is a methoxy substituent that can influence the compound’s solubility and electronic properties.