Description

2-(2-Imidazolidinylidene)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile heterocyclic building block and synthetic intermediate. This compound is valued for its unique imidazolidinylidene moiety, which imparts reactivity useful in constructing complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for applications in medicinal chemistry and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting neurological and metabolic disorders.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive heterocyclic structure.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Acts as a precursor for N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands, which are crucial in organometallic catalysis for fine chemical production.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Employed in cyclization and condensation reactions to construct complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of specialized polymers and functional organic materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Imidazolidinylidene)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	21418-71-3
Molecular Formula	C7H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	156.18 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(2-Imidazolidinylidene)acetate; Ethyl (2-Imidazolidinylidene)acetate; 2-(2-Imidazolidinylidene)acetic acid ethyl ester; Acetic acid, 2-(2-imidazolidinylidene)-, ethyl ester; 1,3-Diazolidin-2-ylideneacetic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 1,3-diazolidin-2-ylideneacetate; NHC precursor ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Imidazolidinylidene)-Acetic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity (typically ≥95% by HPLC), physical characteristics, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and scale-up activities.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. The container should be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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