Description

2-Imidazol-1-Yl-Pyridine (CAS NO 25700-14-5) is a versatile heterocyclic compound featuring a pyridine ring linked to an imidazole moiety, making it a valuable bifunctional building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This structure is particularly significant for its ability to act as a ligand in coordination chemistry and as a key intermediate in the development of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. It is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers engaged in the development of catalysts, active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), and specialty fine chemicals.

Application

• As a ligand precursor in the synthesis of transition metal catalysts for polymerization and cross-coupling reactions.
• Key pharmaceutical intermediate in the research and development of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and oncological pathways.
• Building block for agrochemicals, used in the synthesis of herbicides and fungicides with specific activity profiles.
• Intermediate in the production of organic electronic materials, such as charge-transport layers or emissive materials for OLEDs.
• Used in coordination chemistry research to study metal-ligand interactions and develop new catalytic systems.
• Starting material for the synthesis of ionic liquids and other specialty solvents with tailored properties.
• Precursor for corrosion inhibitors and functional additives in industrial formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Imidazol-1-Yl-Pyridine
CAS No.	25700-14-5
Molecular Formula	C8H7N3
Molecular Weight	145.16 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(Pyridin-2-yl)-1H-imidazole; 2-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)pyridine; 2-(Imidazol-1-yl)pyridine; 1-(2-Pyridyl)imidazole; Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine (isomer); N-(Pyridin-2-yl)imidazole; 2-Imidazolylpyridine; Pyridine, 2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)-
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Imidazol-1-Yl-Pyridine is produced under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided with every shipment. We can supply material compliant with various customer-specific requirements and support development under cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical applications.

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). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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