2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole

Also known as: 2-(dichloromethyl)benzimidazole, 2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzo[d]imidazole, 2-Dichloromethylbenzimidazole, 1H-Benzimidazole, 2-(dichloromethyl)-, 2-Dichlormethyl-1H-benzimidazol, 2-Dichlormethyl-benzimidazol

2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole (CAS 5466-57-9) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H6Cl2N2 and a molecular weight of 201.05300 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 360.2ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.49g/cm3 and a flash point of 203ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 5466-57-9
Jingsj CID: J-48384-1
Molecular Formula: C₈H₆Cl₂N₂
Molecular Weight: 201.05300 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point	360.2ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.49g/cm3
Flash Point	203ºC
Exact Mass	199.99100
PSA	28.68000
LogP	3.03910
Refractive Index	1.684

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2933990090
Summary	2933990090. 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-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole?

The CAS number of 2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole is 5466-57-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole?

2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole has molecular formula C8H6Cl2N2 and molecular weight 201.05300 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole?

For 2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole, Upstream Products: Dichloroacetyl chloride, o-Phenylenediamine, Dichloroacetic acid; Downstream Products: 1H-Benzimidazole-2-carbaldehyde.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(dichloromethyl)-1H-benzimidazole (CAS 5466-57-9)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-48384-1 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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