Description

1,4-Dinitroimidazole is a high-energy heterocyclic compound of significant interest in advanced materials research and synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key intermediate and building block for the development of specialized energetic materials and complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of pharmaceutical chemistry, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical synthesis.

Application

• Energetic Materials Research: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of novel high-energy-density materials (HEDMs) and insensitive munitions formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used as a specialized building block for constructing complex imidazole-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Acts as an intermediate in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry: Functions as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic complexes.
• Dye and Pigment Industry: Employed in the synthesis of nitrogen-rich heterocyclic dyes and colorants.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical compound for fundamental research in nitro chemistry and heterocyclic compound reactivity.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4-Dinitroimidazole
CAS No.	19182-81-1
Molecular Formula	C3H2N4O4
Molecular Weight	158.07 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-DNI; 1H-Imidazole, 1,4-dinitro-; 4-Nitro-1-nitroimidazole; 1-Nitro-4-nitroimidazole; DNIM; 1,4-Dinitro-1H-imidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4-Dinitroimidazole is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat sources and incompatible materials. For long-term stability, storage at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) is recommended. Keep container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.