Description

2-(1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)Benzonitrile is a high-value, heterocyclic organic compound featuring a benzonitrile moiety fused with an imidazole ring. This unique molecular architecture makes it a versatile and critical pharmaceutical intermediate and research chemical for advanced synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and manufacturing teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes and receptors where the imidazole pharmacophore is essential.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific heterocyclic frameworks for bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis, useful in fine chemical synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for the development of organic electronic materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and advanced polymers.
• Biochemical Tool Compound: Utilized in life science research as a probe or inhibitor to study biological pathways involving imidazole-based interactions.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: Supplied to CDMOs (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organizations) for custom synthesis projects requiring this specific heterocyclic nitrile.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)Benzonitrile
CAS No.	204078-65-9
Molecular Formula	C10H7N3
Molecular Weight	169.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(1H-Imidazol-2-yl)benzonitrile; 2-(2-Cyanophenyl)-1H-imidazole; 2-(1H-Imidazol-2-yl)benzenecarbonitrile; 2-Cyanophenylimidazole; 2-(1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)Benzonitrile; Benzonitrile, 2-(1H-imidazol-2-yl)-; 2-(Imidazol-2-yl)benzonitrile
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Quality Control

Our 2-(1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)Benzonitrile is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and synthesis applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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