Spectroscopic study of the structure of N-(2-benzimidazolyl)-O-methylcarbamate

X-ray electronic, IR, and electronic spectroscopy were used to determine that N-(2-benzimidazolyl)-O-carbamate in the crystalline state and in organic solvents exists predominantly in the benzimidazole carbamate form. The acid-base characteristics of N-(2-benzimidazolyl)-O-methylcarbamate were evaluated. The spectra of this compound were interpreted using quantum chemical calculations and experimental data. © 1986 Plenum Publishing Corporation.