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2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid

Also known as: Ensulizole, Phenylbenzimidazole sulfonic acid, PBSA, Eusolex 232, Parsol HS, Neo Heliopan Hydro, Novantisol, 2-Phenyl-5-benzimidazolesulfonic acid, 2-Phenyl-1H-benzimidazole-5-sulphonic acid, Ultraviolet absorbent UV-T

2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid (CAS 27503-81-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C13H10N2O3S and a molecular weight of 274.295 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 300 °C, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of >100ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 3, 2026.

CAS No.
27503-81-7
Jingsj CID
J-32865-4
Molecular Formula
C13H10N2O3S
Molecular Weight
274.295 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
11/3/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point300 °C
Density1.5±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point>100ºC
Exact Mass274.041199
PSA91.43000
LogP1.50
Refractive Index1.704
Additional Propertysoluble

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Abdelraheem WH, et al. Degradation and mineralization of organic UV absorber compound 2-phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid (PBSA) using UV-254nm/H2O2. J Hazard Mater. 2015 Jan 23;282:233-40.

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 2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid?

The CAS number of 2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid is 27503-81-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid?

2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid has molecular formula C13H10N2O3S and molecular weight 274.295 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid?

For 2-Phenylbenzimidazole-5-sulfonic acid, Upstream Products: 3,4-Diaminobenzenesulfonic acid, benzoic acid, Methyl benzoate; Downstream Products: 2-phenyl-1H-benzimidazole-5-sulfonyl chloride.

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