Description

Imazamox Methyl Ester is a key chemical intermediate derived from the imidazolinone class of herbicides. This compound is essential for the synthesis of the active ingredient Imazamox, a highly effective post-emergence herbicide. It is primarily utilized by agrochemical manufacturers and research institutions involved in developing and producing advanced crop protection solutions. The material is supplied to meet the stringent quality requirements of industrial-scale synthesis.

Application

• Primary Intermediate for the synthesis of the herbicide Imazamox.
• Agrochemical Research & Development for creating new formulations and studying structure-activity relationships.
• Manufacturing of selective herbicides targeting broadleaf weeds and grasses in leguminous crops like soybeans and alfalfa.
• Production of technical-grade active ingredients for subsequent formulation into liquid concentrates or wettable powders.
• Chemical Synthesis studies within academic and industrial laboratories focusing on heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Imazamox Methyl Ester
CAS No.	114526-46-4
Molecular Formula	C16H19N3O5
Molecular Weight	333.34 g/mol
Synonyms	(RS)-2-(4-Isopropyl-4-methyl-5-oxo-2-imidazolin-2-yl)-5-methoxymethylnicotinic acid methyl ester; Methyl 2-[4,5-dihydro-4-methyl-4-(1-methylethyl)-5-oxo-1H-imidazol-2-yl]-5-(methoxymethyl)-3-pyridinecarboxylate; Imazamox-methyl; Imazamox acid methyl ester; (RS)-5-Methoxymethyl-2-(4-methyl-5-oxo-4-propan-2-yl-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-yl)pyridine-3-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Imazamox Methyl Ester is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for synthesis. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC, GC, and NMR. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 strong oxidizing agents and bases. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%
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.