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BENZIMIDAZOLE, 98%

Synonyms:				1,3-Benzodiazole

CAS No.:				51-17-2

Chemical Formula:			C7H6N2

Formula Weight:			118.14

Description:				Off-white to tan crystalline powder and/or chunks

Identification (I.R.):		To conform to structure and standard

Assay (on dry weight basis):	98.0% Minimum

Melting Point:			169-174 Deg. C

Water Content:			1.00% maximum

Boiling Point:			>360 Deg. C

Solubility:				Freely soluble in alcohol, sparingly soluble
in ether. Practically insoluble in benzene.

Effective Date: 02/02/09