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Characterized as an Yellowish White to Cream White crystalline powder, this compound serves as a critical intermediate in the production of Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs) such as Omeprazole and Esomeprazole. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a methoxy group at the C5 position and a mercapto group at C2, ensures high reactivity and consistent performance in drug formulation and research. Technical Specifications: - CAS Number : 37052-78-1 - Molecular Weight : 180.23 gm/mol - Purity (HPLC) : 99.0 % Minimum - Appearance : Yellowish White to Cream Off White - Melting Point : 255°C – 263°C - Solubility : Sparingly Soluble In Methanol, Soluble in 10% NaOH and Insoluble in water. Key Applications : Pharmaceutical Synthesis : The primary application of 2-mercapto-5-methoxybenzimidazole is as the essential heterocyclic intermediate in the industrial synthesis of Omeprazole (and its enantiomer, Esomeprazole).