5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+

Name: 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012170

About 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+

5-Nitrobenzimidazole is an imidazole derivative in Puriss grade carrying the CAS registry number 94-52-0 with a typical assay of ≥99%. With the molecular formula C7H5N3O2, it has a molar mass of 163.13 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole. It is also known as 6-Nitrobenzimidazole or 5-Nitro-1H-benzimidazole.

In its supplied form it is white to orange to green powder or crystal or chunks. Key physical data: a melting point of 207-210 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for rubber compounding and antioxidant additive. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and polymers and plastics.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 5-Nitrobenzimidazole in 50 g, 250 g and 1 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Rubber compounding
Antioxidant additive

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-012170
CAS Number	94-52-0
IUPAC name	6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole
Molecular formula	C₇H₅N₃O₂
Molecular weight	163.13 g/mol
Exact mass	163.0382
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29339900
InChIKey	XPAZGLFMMUODDK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C1=CC2=C(C=C1[N+](=O)[O-])NC=N2
PubChem CID	7195

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to orange to green powder or crystal or chunks
Melting point	207-210 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	74.5 Å²
Synonyms	6-Nitrobenzimidazole, 5-Nitro-1H-benzimidazole, 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-nitro-, 1H-Benzimidazole, 6-nitro-, 5(6)-Nitrobenzimidazole, 6-Nitro-benzimidazole, Benzimidazole, 5-nitro-, Benzimidazole, 6-nitro-, Benzimidazole, 5(or 6)-nitro-, 6Nitrobenzimidazole, 5Nitro1Hbenzimidazole, Benzimidazole, 5nitro

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H351Suspected of causing cancer
H412Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P203, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P318, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+ is 94-52-0. It is also known as 6-Nitrobenzimidazole, 5-Nitro-1H-benzimidazole, 1H-Benzimidazole, 5-nitro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+?

5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+ has the molecular formula C7H5N3O2 and a molecular weight of 163.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 6-nitro-1H-benzimidazole.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+ can I order?

We supply 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+ in Puriss (≥99%) grade, in 50 g, 250 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Nitrobenzimidazole, 99%+ is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.