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1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid

Also known as: 5-Benzimidazolecarboxylic acid, 5-Carboxybenzimidazole, 1H-Benzimidazole-6-carboxylic acid, 1H-Benzo[d]imidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 3H-benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 3H-benzo[d]imidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 5-BENZIMIDAZOLECARBOXYLIC ACID, BENZIMIDAZOLE-5-CARBOXYLIC ACID, BENZOIMIDAZOLE-5-CARBOXYLIC ACID, AKOS BBS-00000435, AURORA 9842, OTAVA-BB BB7014211630

1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid (CAS 15788-16-6) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6N2O2 and a molecular weight of 162.15 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of >300 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 542.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 281.9±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
15788-16-6
Jingsj CID
J-1978961-8
Molecular Formula
C8H6N2O2
Molecular Weight
162.15 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point>300 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point542.5±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point281.9±22.6 °C
Exact Mass162.042923
PSA65.98000
LogP1.06
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.5 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.743

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933990090
Summary2933990090. heterocyclic compounds with nitrogen hetero-atom(s) only. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid is 15788-16-6.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid?

1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C8H6N2O2 and molecular weight 162.15 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid?

For 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid, Upstream Products: Formic Acid, 3,4-Diaminobenzoic acid, 5-Methylbenzimidazole; Downstream Products: 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carbohydrazide, 4-Bromo-2-nitroaniline, 1H-Benzimidazole-5-carbaldehyde.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "1H-Benzimidazole-5-carboxylic acid (CAS 15788-16-6)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1978961-8 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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