Description

1,4,5-Triphenyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Thiol is a high-purity, multi-functional heterocyclic compound, serving as a critical building block and intermediate in advanced organic synthesis. Its unique molecular structure, featuring a thiol group on the imidazole core, makes it a versatile reagent for constructing complex molecules and functional materials. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel compounds with specific electronic or binding properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes or receptors where the imidazole-thiol moiety can act as a pharmacophore or metal-binding group.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel pesticides and herbicides, where its structure can be incorporated to modulate biological activity and selectivity.
• Ligand in Catalysis: Serves as a ligand or precursor for metal-organic complexes in catalytic applications, including cross-coupling reactions and polymerization processes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or conductive polymers, due to its conjugated aromatic system and electron-donating thiol group.
• Chemical Biology Probe: Utilized as a building block for creating fluorescent probes or affinity tags to study biological processes and protein interactions.
• Corrosion Inhibitor Precursor: Investigated for use in formulating high-performance corrosion inhibitors for industrial applications, leveraging its ability to adsorb onto metal surfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,4,5-Triphenyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Thiol
CAS No.	2349-59-9
Molecular Formula	C21H16N2S
Molecular Weight	328.43 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Mercapto-1,4,5-triphenyl-1H-imidazole; 1,4,5-Triphenyl-2-mercaptoimidazole; 2-Thiol-1,4,5-triphenylimidazole; 1,4,5-Triphenylimidazole-2-thione; NSC 403697; 1,4,5-Triphenyl-1H-imidazole-2(3H)-thione; 2,4,5-Triphenyl-2-imidazoline-2-thiol; 1,4,5-Triphenyl-2-imidazolidinethione
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1,4,5-Triphenyl-1H-Imidazole-2-Thiol is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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