Description

2,4,5-Triphenylimidazole is a high-purity organic compound belonging to the imidazole class, characterized by its three phenyl substituents. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile synthetic intermediate and a key building block in advanced material science. It is essential for manufacturers and R&D facilities in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to develop novel compounds with specific electronic or photophysical properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and heterocyclic compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Acts as a core component or a building block for electron-transport materials and host materials in OLED displays and lighting.
• Photoinitiator Systems: Employed in UV-curable coatings, inks, and adhesives due to its photochemical properties.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand: Functions as a ligand for metal complexes used in catalysis and material science.
• Research & Development: A key reagent in academic and industrial R&D for exploring new chemical entities and reaction pathways.
• Dye & Pigment Industry: Used in the synthesis of specialized dyes and optical brighteners.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,4,5-Triphenylimidazole
CAS No.	484-47-9
Molecular Formula	C21H16N2
Molecular Weight	296.37 g/mol
Synonyms	2,4,5-Triphenyl-1H-imidazole; Lophine; 2,4,5-Triphenylglyoxaline; 2,4,5-Triphenylimidazol; 1H-Imidazole, 2,4,5-triphenyl-; NSC 408875; CCRIS 5061; Triphenylimidazole
EINECS	207-607-4

Quality Control

Our 2,4,5-Triphenylimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and IR spectroscopy, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

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 incompatible materials. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	274 - 278 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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