Description

4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic acid is a high-purity organic compound featuring a benzoic acid scaffold linked to an imidazole heterocycle, making it a versatile and valuable building block in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in pharmaceutical chemistry, where its unique structure serves as a key intermediate for creating novel active molecules. It is primarily utilized by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop new therapeutic agents or functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly in developing kinase inhibitors, anti-inflammatory agents, and other biologically active molecules.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the discovery and development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the imidazole pharmacophore.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for creating novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysts for organic transformations.
• Material Science: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and other functional polymers where the conjugated system is beneficial.
• Bioconjugation and Probe Synthesis: Useful for creating fluorescent probes or affinity labels for biochemical and diagnostic applications due to its derivatizable carboxylic acid group.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic Acid
CAS No.	249292-42-0
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	188.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic acid; 4-(Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic acid; 1-(4-Carboxyphenyl)imidazole; Benzoic acid, 4-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)-; 249292-42-0; 4-Imidazol-1-yl-benzoic acid; 4-(Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic acid; 4-(1-Imidazolyl)benzoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment and is available upon request.

Storage

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

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.