Description

2-(3H-Imidazol-4-Yl)-Pyridine is a heterocyclic organic compound featuring a fused pyridine and imidazole ring system, serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is prized for its unique electronic and coordination properties, making it a critical intermediate for the development of specialized materials and active pharmaceutical ingredients. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for creating novel ligands, catalysts, and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to create complex chelating ligands for catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a building block for developing new active ingredients in crop protection products.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and production of organic electronic materials and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research: A fundamental reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new heterocyclic chemistry and reaction mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(3H-Imidazol-4-Yl)-Pyridine
CAS No.	17009-81-3
Molecular Formula	C8H7N3
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Pyridyl)imidazole; 4-(Pyridin-2-yl)-1H-imidazole; 2-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)pyridine; 2-Pyridin-4-yl-1H-imidazole; 2-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)pyridine; 4-(2-Pyridinyl)-1H-imidazole; 2-(Imidazol-4-yl)pyridine; 4-Pyridin-2-yl-1H-imidazole
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Quality Control

Our 2-(3H-Imidazol-4-Yl)-Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic; keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.