Description

4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic acid is a high-purity organic compound featuring a benzoic acid moiety linked to an imidazole heterocycle. This bifunctional structure makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and versatile building block for medicinal chemistry and advanced material synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: Utilized in coordination chemistry and catalysis due to the metal-binding properties of the imidazole nitrogen.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Incorporated into polymers and organic frameworks to impart specific chemical functionality or thermal stability.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in biochemical assays and proteomics research.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cross-coupling reactions and other transformations to create complex molecular architectures.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic Acid
CAS No.	17616-04-5
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic Acid; 4-(Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic Acid; 1-(4-Carboxyphenyl)imidazole; Benzoic acid, 4-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)-; 4-Imidazol-1-yl-benzoic acid; p-(Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic Acid; 4-Imidazolylbenzoic Acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic 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 research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.