Description

1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxaldehyde is a versatile and high-value heterocyclic building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound matters as a key precursor in the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides, leveraging the imidazole core for biological activity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands and other organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, ionic liquids, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) due to its functional aldehyde group.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to create labeled compounds and molecular probes for studying biological processes and enzyme mechanisms.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A fundamental building block for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	39021-62-0
Molecular Formula	C5H6N2O
Molecular Weight	110.11 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Formyl-1-methylimidazole; 1-Methyl-5-imidazolecarboxaldehyde; 1-Methylimidazole-5-carbaldehyde; 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-5-carbaldehyde; 5-Carbaldehyde-1-methylimidazole; N-Methyl-5-formylimidazole; 1-Methyl-5-formylimidazole; 5-Formyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to store the material under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term preservation. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame.

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.