Description

4,5-Diphenyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Carbaldehyde is a high-purity, functionalized imidazole derivative serving as a critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters for its role as a versatile precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials, enabling the creation of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for constructing heterocyclic cores and introducing aldehyde functionality for further derivatization.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes and receptors where the imidazole scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the biological activity of the diphenylimidazole structure.
• Material Science & Organic Electronics: Serves as a precursor for ligands in catalytic systems or as a building block for organic semiconductors and light-emitting materials.
• Chemical Biology & Proteomics: Employed in designing molecular probes, inhibitors, and tags for studying biological processes and protein function.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO laboratory settings.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a chelating ligand for transition metals, useful in creating novel catalysts and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	4,5-Diphenyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Carbaldehyde
CAS No.	1465165-43-8
Molecular Formula	C16H12N2O
Molecular Weight	248.28 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Formyl-4,5-diphenyl-1H-imidazole; 4,5-Diphenyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxaldehyde; 1H-Imidazole-2-carboxaldehyde, 4,5-diphenyl-; 4,5-Diphenylimidazole-2-carbaldehyde; (4,5-Diphenyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol (oxidized form); DPIC; 4,5-Diphenyl-2-imidazolecarboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4,5-Diphenyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Carbaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP and ISO-guided practices for traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤20 ppm

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