Description

2-Ethylimidazole is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical building block and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure provides excellent thermal stability and catalytic activity, making it a valuable intermediate for high-performance materials. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and polymer industries seeking to develop innovative formulations and enhance production efficiency.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly antifungal and antiviral agents.
• Epoxy Curing Agent & Catalyst: Used as a latent curing agent and accelerator for epoxy resin systems in electronics, coatings, and composite materials.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand: Acts as a ligand for metal complexes in catalysis and material science applications.
• Ionic Liquid Precursor: Serves as a starting material for the synthesis of functionalized ionic liquids.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Incorporated into formulations to protect metals in industrial processes.
• Photographic Chemicals: Used in the manufacture of certain sensitizers and developers.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent for organic synthesis and chemical research in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethylimidazole
CAS No.	1072-62-4
Molecular Formula	C5H8N2
Molecular Weight	96.13 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Ethyl-1H-imidazole; 2-Ethylglyoxaline; 1H-Imidazole, 2-ethyl-; 2-Ethylimidazol; NSC 9376; Ethylimidazole; 2-EI
EINECS	214-012-7

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethylimidazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for industrial and research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to light yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	78°C - 82°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.