Description

1-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)-1H-Imidazole is a versatile and reactive chemical intermediate featuring both an imidazole ring and an acetal-protected aldehyde functionality. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a valuable building block for the synthesis of more complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life science industries for constructing heterocyclic compounds and functionalized imidazole derivatives.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially those containing imidazole-based pharmacophores.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators where the imidazole moiety imparts biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) precursors and other coordinating ligands used in catalysis.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic methodologies and constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Material Science: Potential use in the synthesis of functional polymers and advanced materials requiring imidazole-based monomers.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)-1H-Imidazole
CAS No.	18999-43-4
Molecular Formula	C9H16N2O2
Molecular Weight	184.24 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 2,2-diethoxy-; 2,2-Diethoxy-1-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethanol; 1-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)imidazole; 1-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)-2,2-diethoxyethane; 2,2-Diethoxyethylimidazole; Imidazole-1-ethanol, 2,2-diethoxy-; 1-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)-1H-imidazole; 1-(Diethoxymethyl)imidazole
EINECS	242-764-5

Quality Control

Our 1-(2,2-Diethoxyethyl)-1H-Imidazole is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and other critical parameters.

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). The compound is moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed to prevent degradation by atmospheric humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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