Description

1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Bromo-4-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, synthetically valuable heterocyclic building block. This compound is critical for advanced pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis, serving as a key intermediate in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to introduce complex imidazole-based motifs into their target molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes and receptors where the imidazole scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators that incorporate halogenated heterocycles for enhanced bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) precursors or other coordinating ligands used in catalytic processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials, such as components for OLEDs or conductive polymers, where its structure can influence charge transport properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying biological processes, leveraging its ability to be further functionalized.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Bromo-4-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	1171125-20-4
Molecular Formula	C8H9BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	245.07 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 5-Bromo-4-methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylate; 5-Bromo-4-methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-Carbethoxy-5-bromo-4-methylimidazole; 1H-Imidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 5-bromo-4-methyl-, ethyl ester; 5-Bromo-4-methylimidazole-2-carboxylic acid ethyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid, 5-Bromo-4-Methyl-, Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistency for your critical synthesis work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

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.