Description

2-(Pyridin-4-Yl)-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a versatile and high-value building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique molecular architecture, featuring both pyridine and imidazole rings, makes it a critical intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This compound is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating compounds with specific biological or catalytic activity.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive heterocyclic core.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a chelating agent or ligand precursor in coordination chemistry for catalysis and material science applications.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and other functional materials.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in the study of biological processes and the development of biochemical probes and inhibitors.
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom synthesis projects requiring complex, multi-ring heterocyclic structures.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	2-(Pyridin-4-Yl)-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	34626-06-7
Molecular Formula	C9H7N3O2
Molecular Weight	189.17 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(5-Carboxy-1H-imidazol-2-yl)pyridine; 2-(4-Pyridyl)-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 1H-Imidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 2-(4-pyridinyl)-; 2-Pyridin-4-yl-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 4-(1H-Imidazol-2-yl)pyridine-5-carboxylic Acid; 2-(4-Pyridyl)imidazole-5-carboxylic Acid; 34626-06-7
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Quality Control

Our 2-(Pyridin-4-Yl)-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

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). The product is light-sensitive and should be stored away from direct light. Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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