Description

3-Pentanone, 1-(1H-Imidazol-4-Yl)-4-Methyl- (9Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a ketone backbone functionalized with a methyl-substituted imidazole moiety. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable high-purity building block and key intermediate in advanced synthetic chemistry. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical research and fine chemical synthesis laboratories for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a critical precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the imidazole scaffold is active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators that incorporate heterocyclic ketone structures.
• Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the multi-step synthesis of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for electronics or material science.
• Bioconjugation Chemistry: The reactive ketone group can be utilized for linking molecules in bioconjugation and probe development.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable compound for methodological studies in organic synthesis and heterocyclic chemistry at university and institutional research labs.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Pentanone, 1-(1H-Imidazol-4-Yl)-4-Methyl- (9Ci)
CAS No.	261711-48-2
Molecular Formula	C9H14N2O
Molecular Weight	166.22 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Methyl-1-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)-3-pentanone; 1-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)-4-methyl-3-pentanone; 4-Methyl-1-(imidazol-4-yl)-3-pentanone; 3-Pentanone, 1-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)-4-methyl-; 4-Methyl-1-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)pentan-3-one
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 3-Pentanone, 1-(1H-Imidazol-4-Yl)-4-Methyl- (9Ci) adheres to stringent in-process controls and final release testing to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We can supply material compliant with research and cGMP-grade requirements for advanced applications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.