Description

n-[(S)-(-)-1-Phenylethyl]Imidazole-1-Carboxamide is a chiral, enantiomerically pure organic compound belonging to the class of imidazole carboxamides. This high-purity intermediate is valued for its role in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in the development of pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring precise stereochemical control.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key chiral building block in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Asymmetric Catalyst Ligand Precursor: Used in the development and preparation of chiral ligands for asymmetric catalysis, enhancing reaction selectivity and yield.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as an intermediate in the creation of novel, enantiomerically pure pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and environmental profiles.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Employed in academic and industrial research to study enzyme mechanisms and protein interactions due to its imidazole moiety.
• Material Science: Investigated as a monomer or additive for creating specialty polymers with specific optical or electronic properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-[(S)-(-)-1-Phenylethyl]Imidazole-1-Carboxamide
CAS No.	151252-80-1
Molecular Formula	C12H13N3O
Molecular Weight	215.25 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-N-(1-Phenylethyl)-1H-imidazole-1-carboxamide; (S)-N-(α-Methylbenzyl)imidazole-1-carboxamide; 1-[(1S)-1-Phenylethyl]imidazole-1-carboxamide; Imidazole-1-carboxylic acid (1S)-1-phenylethylamide; (S)-(-)-1-Phenylethyl imidazole-1-carboxylate amide; (S)-Phenethyl imidazole carboxamide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-[(S)-(-)-1-Phenylethyl]Imidazole-1-Carboxamide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chiral purity verification by HPLC, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming identity, purity, and enantiomeric excess.

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 an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
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.