Description

1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Acetic Acid Hydrochloride is a high-purity, pharmaceutically relevant intermediate in its stable hydrochloride salt form. This compound is valued for its role as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in medicinal chemistry. It is primarily sought by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Medicinal Chemistry Research: Used as a versatile building block for constructing imidazole-based heterocycles in drug discovery programs.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as an intermediate in the production of certain herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development and the synthesis of novel specialty chemicals.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Useful for creating functionalized imidazole ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Acetic Acid Hydrochloride
CAS No.	131654-57-4
Molecular Formula	C7H11ClN2O2
Molecular Weight	190.63 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-acetic acid hydrochloride; 2-(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)acetic acid hydrochloride; 1-Methylimidazole-2-acetic acid HCl; (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)acetic acid hydrochloride; NSC 339242; 1-Methyl-2-carboxymethylimidazole hydrochloride; 1-Methyl-1H-2-imidazoleacetic acid hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Acetic Acid Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every 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 place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.