Description

Ethyl 1-Amino-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylate is a high-value, heterocyclic building block featuring a versatile amino-imidazole core with an ester functional group. This compound is critical for synthetic chemists in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by R&D departments and process development teams for the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced crop protection agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and other small-molecule therapeutics targeting various disease pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic scaffold.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Serves as a valuable scaffold for designing chemical probes, enzyme inhibitors, and molecular tools for biological research.
• Material Science Research: Investigated as a monomer or functional component in the development of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Academic & Contract Research: Employed in university laboratories and CROs (Contract Research Organizations) for method development and novel compound library synthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 1-Amino-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	1179361-84-2
Molecular Formula	C6H9N3O2
Molecular Weight	155.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Amino-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 1-aminoimidazole-5-carboxylate; 5-Ethoxycarbonyl-1-aminoimidazole; 1H-Imidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 1-amino-, ethyl ester; 1-Aminoimidazole-5-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; 5-Carbethoxy-1-aminoimidazole; 1-Amino-5-(ethoxycarbonyl)imidazole
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Quality Control

We maintain stringent quality control protocols for our fine chemical intermediates. Production follows cGMP principles where applicable, and every batch is analyzed using advanced techniques like HPLC, NMR, and MS to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified for optimal long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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