Description

1-[2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)phenyl]ethanone is a high-purity, specialized organic compound featuring a phenyl ethanone core linked to an imidazole moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable pharmaceutical intermediate and a versatile building block for advanced organic synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and chemical manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science sectors for the development of novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological or metabolic pathways.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Serves as a building block for developing new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Used in organometallic chemistry to create novel ligands for catalytic systems or metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, photoresponsive materials, or advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Acts as a scaffold for creating molecular probes to study enzyme function or cellular processes.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to fine chemical companies for bespoke synthesis projects and scale-up services.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)phenyl]ethanone
CAS No.	20513-61-5
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Acetylphenylimidazole; 1-(2-Imidazol-1-ylphenyl)ethanone; 2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)acetophenone; 2-Acetyl-1-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)benzene; 1-[2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)phenyl]ethan-1-one; 2-(Imidazol-1-yl)acetophenone; 2-Acetylphenyl-1H-imidazole; 20513-61-5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-[2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)phenyl]ethanone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

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.