Description

1-(3-Isocyanopropyl)-1H-Imidazole is a versatile isocyanate-functionalized heterocyclic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its bifunctional nature, combining a reactive isocyanate group with an imidazole ring, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating polymers and fine chemicals with tailored properties. This compound is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel active ingredients and high-performance materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced pesticides and herbicides requiring specific bioactive scaffolds.
• Polymer Modification: Serves as a reactive monomer or cross-linking agent for polyurethanes and other specialty polymers to enhance properties like adhesion or chemical resistance.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: The imidazole moiety is utilized in creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination complexes for catalytic applications.
• Surface Coating Agents: Incorporated into coatings to improve durability, gloss, and reactivity with substrates.
• Research & Development: A valuable reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new synthetic pathways and material science.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Isocyanopropyl)-1H-Imidazole
CAS No.	1314136-06-5
Molecular Formula	C7H9N3O
Molecular Weight	151.17 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Isocyanopropylimidazole; 1H-Imidazole, 1-(3-isocyanatopropyl)-; 1-(3-Isocyanatopropyl)imidazole; 3-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)propyl isocyanate; Isocyanatopropylimidazole; N-(3-Isocyanatopropyl)imidazole; 1-(Isocyanatopropyl)imidazole; 1-(3-Isocyanopropyl)imidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-(3-Isocyanopropyl)-1H-Imidazole adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including chromatography and spectroscopy, to verify identity and assay. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

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). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation from moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Isocyanate Content (Titration)	Contact for details

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