Description

3-(1H-Imidazol-1-Ylmethyl)Benzaldehyde is a versatile aromatic aldehyde derivative functionalized with an imidazole moiety, serving as a critical bifunctional building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its dual reactivity, where the aldehyde group offers a handle for condensation and chain extension, while the imidazole ring provides coordination and hydrogen-bonding capabilities. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition where the imidazole group acts as a pharmacophore.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating new fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the biological activity of the imidazole ring.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Used to prepare N-donor ligands for metal complexes in homogeneous catalysis and material science applications.
• Polymer and Resin Modification: Incorporated into polymer backbones to impart specific chemical functionality, thermal stability, or metal-binding properties to advanced materials.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold in medicinal chemistry and material science research for constructing complex heterocyclic systems.
• Coordination Chemistry: Employed in the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and other coordination polymers due to its bridging potential.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(1H-Imidazol-1-Ylmethyl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	102432-05-3
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	3-(Imidazol-1-ylmethyl)benzaldehyde; 1-[(3-Formylphenyl)methyl]-1H-imidazole; 3-(1H-Imidazol-1-ylmethyl)benzenecarboxaldehyde; m-((Imidazol-1-yl)methyl)benzaldehyde; 3-Imidazol-1-ylmethyl-benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 3-(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-; 3-(Imidazol-1-ylmethyl)benzaldehyde (primary synonym)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 3-(1H-Imidazol-1-Ylmethyl)Benzaldehyde is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous 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 comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized and should be handled under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain stability and purity. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

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	≤ 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.