Description

3-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid is a heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a versatile and high-value synthetic building block. This compound is critical for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for its role in creating complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various heterocyclic drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for developing novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Synthesis Research: Used in academic and industrial R&D for constructing complex imidazole-based molecules and studying reaction mechanisms.
• Coordination Chemistry: Potential ligand for metal complexes due to its carboxylic acid and imidazole nitrogen donor sites.
• Material Science: Intermediate in the production of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid
CAS No.	17245-60-2
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2O3
Molecular Weight	142.11 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Imidazolecarboxylic acid, 2,3-dihydro-3-methyl-2-oxo-; 3-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid; 3-Methylhydantoin-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Carboxy-3-methylhydantoin; 1H-Imidazole-4-carboxylic acid, 2,3-dihydro-3-methyl-2-oxo-; NSC 163044
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are 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). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, and strong acids.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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