Description

5-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is a high-value heterocyclic building block and pharmaceutical intermediate of significant interest in modern organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a key precursor in the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and inflammatory pathways. Pharmaceutical R&D departments, agrochemical innovators, and advanced material scientists need this high-purity intermediate to drive their discovery and process development programs forward.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block for the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly in the development of GABAA receptor modulators and other central nervous system (CNS) active compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Serves as a core scaffold for creating new generations of pesticides and herbicides with improved efficacy and selectivity.
• Chemical Synthesis: Used in organic chemistry research for constructing complex imidazopyridine-based molecular architectures and libraries for high-throughput screening.
• Material Science Precursor: Potential application in the development of organic electronic materials and ligands for catalytic systems due to its fused heterocyclic structure.
• Contract Research & Manufacturing (CRO/CMO): Supplied to organizations specializing in custom synthesis and scale-up services for the life sciences industry.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester
CAS No.	1187932-40-6
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	190.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Methyl 5-methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxylate; 5-Methylimidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid, 5-methyl-, methyl ester; 1187932-40-6; 5-Methyl-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine-2-carboxylic acid methyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 5-Methyl-Imidazo[1,2-A]Pyridine-2-Carboxylic Acid Methyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all specified parameters to support your quality and regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
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.