2-Nonylbenzimidazole from TCI (product code N0671) is a heterocyclic compound built on a benzimidazole core, which is a benzene ring fused to an imidazole ring. At the 2-position it carries a long nonyl alkyl chain. In the laboratory it serves as a heterocyclic building block that pairs a polar aromatic head with a hydrophobic hydrocarbon tail. This structure makes it useful for materials research, surface chemistry, coordination ligand studies, and the synthesis of more lipophilic benzimidazole derivatives.
Researchers choose this compound mainly because it is amphiphilic. The benzimidazole core contains nitrogen atoms that can coordinate to metal ions or adsorb onto metal surfaces. The nonyl chain gives good solubility in organic solvents and can form a hydrophobic layer. This combination matters in corrosion inhibitor studies, since benzimidazole and long-chain imidazole derivatives are widely investigated for protecting metals such as copper. The N-H group on the imidazole ring can also be alkylated to prepare new derivatives, including precursors to benzimidazolium salts, which makes the compound a flexible starting point for further synthesis.
In Indonesia, 2-Nonylbenzimidazole suits electrochemistry and corrosion laboratories, organic and materials chemistry research groups, and university departments working on heterocyclic synthesis or surface science. Teams studying metal protection can use it as a model inhibitor molecule, and synthetic chemists can use it as a starting material for functionalized benzimidazole compounds. It works for both exploratory research and routine comparative studies where a well-defined heterocyclic structure with a long alkyl chain is needed.
- Corrosion inhibition studies: the benzimidazole nitrogen atoms can adsorb onto metal surfaces such as copper, while the nonyl chain forms a hydrophobic barrier layer.
- Coordination chemistry: the nitrogen atoms in the imidazole ring can coordinate to metal ions, so the compound works as a lipophilic ligand for preparing and studying metal complexes.
- Synthesis of benzimidazolium salt precursors: the N-H group on the imidazole ring can be alkylated, giving access to new derivatives, including benzimidazolium salts, for further research.
- Surface chemistry research: the compound's amphiphilic structure, with a polar aromatic head and a hydrophobic tail, makes it a good model for studying adsorption and surface film formation.
- Preparation of lipophilic benzimidazole derivatives: the long nonyl chain improves solubility in organic solvents, making it a practical building block for more hydrophobic heterocyclic targets.
| Brand | TCI (product code N0671) |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 5851-50-3 |
| Molecular formula | — |
| Purity | — |
| Category | Chemistry > Building Blocks > Heterocyclic Building Blocks |
| Pack sizes | as offered by TCI for product N0671; please confirm the available sizes when ordering |
| Physical form | refer to the TCI product documentation and certificate of analysis |
| Storage | follow the storage conditions on the TCI label and safety data sheet |
Store 2-Nonylbenzimidazole in its original, tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. Follow the specific storage conditions on the TCI label and safety data sheet. Handle the compound in a fume hood or a well-ventilated workspace, and wear suitable personal protective equipment, including a laboratory coat, chemical-resistant gloves, and safety glasses. Avoid breathing dust or vapor and avoid contact with skin and eyes. Label any secondary containers clearly, reseal the container promptly after use, and dispose of waste according to institutional and local chemical waste regulations.
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