Description

5-Vinyl-1H-Tetrazole is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring a reactive vinyl group attached to a tetrazole ring. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block in organic synthesis, particularly for click chemistry and polymer science applications. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for the development of novel materials and active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those utilizing tetrazole as a bioisostere for carboxylic acids.
• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: The vinyl group enables its incorporation into polymer chains via radical polymerization, used to create functional polymers, hydrogels, and coatings with tailored properties.
• Click Chemistry Reagent: Acts as a dipolarophile in 1,3-dipolar cycloaddition reactions (e.g., with azides), a cornerstone of click chemistry for bioconjugation and material science.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides.
• Energetic Materials Research: Investigated for use in the development of high-nitrogen content compounds and propellant formulations.
• Ligand in Coordination Chemistry: Used to synthesize metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalysts due to its nitrogen-rich tetrazole moiety which can coordinate to metal centers.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Vinyl-1H-Tetrazole
CAS No.	18755-47-0
Molecular Formula	C3H4N4
Molecular Weight	96.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Tetrazole, 5-vinyl-; 5-Ethenyl-1H-tetrazole; 5-Vinyltetrazole; Vinyltetrazole; 5-Vinyl-1H-1,2,3,4-tetrazole; 5-Vinyl-1H-tetrazol; 5-Vinyltetrazol
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Vinyl-1H-Tetrazole is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your specifications.

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 heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.