Description

1-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridin-2(3H)-One is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound with the CAS number 40423-52-7. This specialized chemical serves as a critical building block in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily required by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex molecular architectures.

Application

This versatile heterocyclic scaffold is utilized in various high-value synthetic applications, including:

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders and other therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new active ingredients for crop protection products.
• Ligand Synthesis: Employed in the creation of complex ligands for catalysis and material science applications.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Serves as a core structure for developing molecular probes to study biological pathways.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: An important building block for constructing complex, multi-ring heterocyclic systems in custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridin-2(3H)-One
CAS No.	40423-52-7
Molecular Formula	C7H7N3O
Molecular Weight	149.15 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridin-2(3H)-one; 1-Methyl-1,3-dihydro-2H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridin-2-one; 1-Methyl-2,3-dihydro-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridin-2-one; 1-Methylimidazo[4,5-c]pyridin-2(3H)-one; 40423-52-7; 1-Methyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridin-2-ol; 1-Methyl-2-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridin-2(3H)-One is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive analytical data, including HPLC purity, NMR, and mass spectrometry confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for every batch and provided upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.