Description

1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxaldehyde, 1-Methyl-2-(Methylthio)- (9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists working on active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), agrochemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting various enzyme families.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its imidazole core structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for creating labeled compounds or probes for studying biological pathways and mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for client-specific molecule production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxaldehyde, 1-Methyl-2-(Methylthio)- (9Ci)
CAS No.	149806-15-5
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2OS
Molecular Weight	156.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2-(methylthio)-1H-imidazole-4-carboxaldehyde; 2-Methylthio-1-methylimidazole-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Formyl-1-methyl-2-methylthioimidazole; 1-Methyl-2-methylthioimidazole-4-carbaldehyde; 1-Methyl-2-(methylsulfanyl)-1H-imidazole-4-carbaldehyde; 149806-15-5; 1-Methyl-2-(methylthio)-1H-imidazole-4-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxaldehyde, 1-Methyl-2-(Methylthio)- adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment, and we support custom purity requirements for research and commercial-scale applications.

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). Due to its sensitivity, the container should be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation and moisture ingress. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

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.