Description

1-Amino-2-(Imidazol-4'-Yl)Ethylphosphonic Acid is a specialized phosphonic acid derivative that incorporates both an amino and an imidazole functional group, making it a unique and versatile building block. This compound is valued for its ability to act as a potent chelating agent and a structural mimic of natural amino acids, which is critical for advanced research and development. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for applications in drug discovery, enzyme inhibition studies, and the synthesis of novel bioactive compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme pathways where the imidazole and phosphonate moieties are essential for bioactivity.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides and plant growth regulators, leveraging its chelating properties to influence metal-dependent biological processes in plants.
• Biochemical Probe: Functions as a molecular tool in biochemical assays to study enzyme inhibition, receptor binding, and metabolic pathways due to its structural similarity to natural substrates.
• Chelating Agent: Employed in industrial and laboratory settings to sequester metal ions, useful in water treatment formulations or as an additive to control metal catalysis in chemical processes.
• Material Science: Investigated for incorporation into specialty polymers, coatings, or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) to impart specific functional properties like metal binding or pH responsiveness.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Amino-2-(Imidazol-4'-Yl)Ethylphosphonic Acid
CAS No.	156721-55-0
Molecular Formula	C5H10N3O3P
Molecular Weight	191.13 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(2-Amino-2-phosphonoethyl)imidazole; (2-Amino-2-phosphonoethyl)-1H-imidazole; 1-Amino-2-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)ethylphosphonic acid; 2-Amino-2-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)ethylphosphonic acid; 4-(2-Amino-2-phosphonoethyl)-1H-imidazole; AIEP; Phosphonohistidine analogue
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Quality Control

Our 1-Amino-2-(Imidazol-4'-Yl)Ethylphosphonic Acid 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 development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

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 hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.