2-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole

Also known as: 1H-Imidazole, 2-(2-benzofuranyl)-4,5-dihydro-, 2 BFI free base, 2-(2-benzofuranyl)-2-imidazoline, 2-(1-benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole, 2-(2'-Imidazolinyl)benzofuran, RX 801077, 2-BFi

2-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole (CAS 72583-92-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H10N2O and a molecular weight of 186.21 g/mol. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 72583-92-7
Jingsj CID: J-1958548-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₀N₂O
Molecular Weight: 186.21 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Exact Mass	186.07900
PSA	37.53000
LogP	1.54700

Activity & Biological Data

Target	Ki: 70.1 nM (imidazoline I2 receptor)[2]
Additional Information	[1]. Carpéné C, et al. Inhibition of amine oxidase activity by derivatives that recognize imidazoline I2 sites. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 1995 Feb;272(2):681-8. [2]. Ni H, et al. 2-BFI Provides Neuroprotection Against Inflammation and Necroptosis in a Rat Model of Traumatic Brain Injury. Front Neurosci. 2019 Jun 26;13:674.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 2-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole?

The CAS number of 2-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole is 72583-92-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole?

2-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole has molecular formula C11H10N2O and molecular weight 186.21 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole?

For 2-(Benzofuran-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole, Upstream Products: 2-Benzofurancarboxaldehyde, 1-Benzofuran-2-carbonitrile.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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