Description

1-(3-Fluorobenzyl)-1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid is a high-purity, fluorinated heterocyclic building block of significant interest in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key intermediate for constructing complex molecules with tailored biological and physicochemical properties. It is primarily needed by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the discovery and development of new active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that leverage the fluorobenzyl moiety for enhanced activity and stability.
• Chemical Biology Probe Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for creating labeled compounds or probes used to study biological pathways and protein interactions.
• Material Science Precursor: Can be utilized in the development of specialty polymers or organic electronic materials where the imidazole core imparts specific electronic characteristics.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for use in client-specific, multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-(3-Fluorobenzyl)-1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	1439897-61-6
Molecular Formula	C11H9FN2O2
Molecular Weight	220.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(3-Fluorophenyl)methyl]-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid; 1H-Imidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 1-[(3-fluorophenyl)methyl]-; 1-(3-Fluorobenzyl)-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-1-(3-fluorobenzyl)imidazole; 1-(3-Fluorobenzyl)imidazole-2-carboxylic acid; 1439897-61-6; 1-(3-Fluorobenzyl)-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylate
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Quality Control

Our 1-(3-Fluorobenzyl)-1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment.

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). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
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.