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2-Mercaptobenzimidazole

CAS No.: 583-39-1
Molecular Weight: 150.22 g/mol
Chemical Formula C7H6N2S

2-mercaptobenzimidazole appears as white to yellow crystals or cream-colored powder. It has a slight odor. It is used as an intermediate, in rubber product manufacturing, and electroplating. It is an antioxidant. It is an Intermediate for manufacture of the anti-ulcer drug.

General Properties and Specifications of 2-Mercaptobenzimidazole or 2-Mercapto-1H-benzimidazole or 1H-benzimidazole-2-thiol:
Appearance: White to off-white powder.
Assay: 98%
Relative Density: about 1.42
Melting Point: 300C to 302C.
Flash Point: >250C.
Solubility: Very insignificant solubility in water. Soluble in methanol and ethanol.
Storage: Room temperature.