Description

5-Vinyl-1H-Imidazole is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound featuring a reactive vinyl group attached to the imidazole core. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block for synthesizing advanced polymers, pharmaceuticals, and specialty chemicals. It is essential for R&D and production in industries requiring functional monomers for creating materials with specific chemical, electronic, or biological properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for antiviral and antifungal agents.
• Polymer & Resin Modification: Used as a functional monomer to introduce imidazole functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like adhesion, thermal stability, and biocompatibility.
• Coating & Adhesive Formulations: Incorporated into specialty coatings and adhesives to improve cross-linking density, chemical resistance, and surface properties.
• Ion-Exchange & Chelating Resins: A critical component in the manufacture of resins designed for metal ion capture, purification, and catalysis.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the development of novel pesticides and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in academic and industrial R&D for creating novel organic frameworks, conductive polymers, and smart materials.
• Photoresist & Electronic Chemicals: Acts as a monomer in photosensitive polymers used in semiconductor and display manufacturing processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Vinyl-1H-Imidazole
CAS No.	3718-04-5
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2
Molecular Weight	94.11 g/mol
Synonyms	1H-Imidazole, 5-ethenyl-; 5-Vinylimidazole; Vinylimidazole; 4-Vinylimidazole (common misnomer); 1-Vinylimidazole (isomer); 5-Ethenyl-1H-imidazole; 2-Ethenyl-1H-imidazole; N-Vinylimidazole (related compound)
EINECS	223-074-4

Quality Control

Our 5-Vinyl-1H-Imidazole is produced under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, GC, and NMR, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with each shipment to guarantee compliance with your project specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, containers should be kept in opaque packaging or amber glass.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 0.5%

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