Description

1-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-Imidazole Dihydrobromide is a high-purity organic salt derivative of imidazole, valued for its role as a versatile building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its bifunctional structure, featuring both an amino and an imidazole group, makes it a critical intermediate for creating complex molecules with tailored properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries, particularly for developing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialized ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and cardiovascular pathways.
• Ligand Synthesis: Used to prepare chelating agents and ligands for catalysis and metal complexation in industrial chemical processes.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: Serves as a linker molecule for attaching functional groups to biomolecules in diagnostic and research applications.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce imidazole functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like adhesion, conductivity, or biocompatibility.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new organic reactions and material science applications.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used as an intermediate in the development of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-Imidazole Dihydrobromide
CAS No.	167298-66-0
Molecular Formula	C5H12Br2N4
Molecular Weight	288.0 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)ethanamine Dihydrobromide; N-(2-Aminoethyl)imidazole Dihydrobromide; 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanamine, Dihydrobromide; Aminoethylimidazole Dihydrobromide; AEI Dihydrobromide; 2-(Imidazol-1-yl)ethylamine Dihydrobromide; 1-(2-Aminoethyl)imidazole Dihydrobromide
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Quality Control

Our 1-(2-Aminoethyl)-1H-Imidazole Dihydrobromide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent decomposition. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator.

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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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