Description

4-[[(2-Aminoethyl)Thio]Methyl]-5-Methylimidazole is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic organic compound featuring both imidazole and aminoethylthio functional groups. This unique bifunctional structure makes it a critical intermediate for synthesizing complex molecules in advanced pharmaceutical and agrochemical research. It is particularly sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the fine chemical and life sciences industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for the synthesis of histamine H3 receptor antagonists, enzyme inhibitors, and other bioactive heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its reactive imidazole core.
• Ligand and Chelator Precursor: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and metal chelation applications.
• Bioconjugation and Linker Chemistry: The amino and thioether groups enable its use in constructing chemical linkers for antibody-drug conjugates (ADCs) and bioconjugation.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of functional polymers, ionic liquids, and corrosion inhibitors.
• Chemical Research & Development: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic pathways and creating custom chemical libraries for screening.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	4-[[(2-Aminoethyl)Thio]Methyl]-5-Methylimidazole
CAS No.	38585-67-0
Molecular Formula	C7H13N3S
Molecular Weight	171.26 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-4-[(2-aminoethylthio)methyl]imidazole; 4-[(2-Aminoethylsulfanyl)methyl]-5-methyl-1H-imidazole; 4-[(2-Aminoethylthio)methyl]-5-methylimidazole; 1H-Imidazole, 4-[(2-aminoethylthio)methyl]-5-methyl-; 5-Methyl-4-[[(2-aminoethyl)thio]methyl]imidazole; 4-(2-Aminoethylthiomethyl)-5-methylimidazole; 4-[(2-Aminoethyl)sulfanylmethyl]-5-methylimidazole
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Quality Control

Our 4-[[(2-Aminoethyl)Thio]Methyl]-5-Methylimidazole is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by NMR and IR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability and consistent quality.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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