Description

4-Hydroxy-4H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridine is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This specialized intermediate is valued for its unique fused-ring structure, which is essential for constructing complex molecules with targeted biological or material properties. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other small-molecule therapeutics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced pesticides and herbicides, leveraging its heterocyclic core for bioactivity.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor for organic electronic materials, such as ligands for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or components in organic semiconductors.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying enzyme function and cellular pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A versatile building block for methodological development in organic chemistry and scale-up process optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Hydroxy-4H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridine
CAS No.	1177661-37-8
Molecular Formula	C6H5N3O
Molecular Weight	135.12 g/mol
Synonyms	4H-Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridin-4-ol; 4-Hydroxy-4H-imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine; Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridin-4-ol; 4H-Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine-4-one (tautomer); 4-Oxo-4,5-dihydroimidazo[4,5-b]pyridine; 4-Hydroxyimidazo[4,5-b]pyridine; 1177661-37-8
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Quality Control

Our production of 4-Hydroxy-4H-Imidazo[4,5-B]Pyridine adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be light-sensitive and/or hygroscopic; prolonged exposure to air, moisture, or direct light should be avoided to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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