Description

1H-Imidazole, Silver(1+) Salt is a specialized organometallic coordination compound where silver(I) is complexed with the imidazole ligand. This material is valued for its unique combination of the biological activity of imidazole and the antimicrobial/conductive properties of silver, making it a compound of significant interest in advanced material synthesis. It serves as a critical precursor or catalyst in the development of pharmaceuticals, antimicrobial coatings, and conductive polymers. Researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and advanced materials sectors utilize this compound for its specific reactivity and functional properties.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a key building block or catalyst in the synthesis of complex drug molecules, particularly those targeting fungal or bacterial pathways.
• Antimicrobial Agent Development: Serves as a source of bioactive silver for creating novel antimicrobial coatings for medical devices, textiles, and surfaces.
• Conductive Polymer Synthesis: Used as a dopant or precursor in the production of electrically conductive polymers and inks for flexible electronics.
• Catalysis: Functions as a catalyst or co-catalyst in specialized organic synthesis reactions, including cyclizations and coupling reactions.
• Material Science Research: Employed in R&D for creating metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) or hybrid materials with tailored optical or electronic properties.
• Analytical Chemistry: May be used as a standard or reagent in specific analytical methods for silver or nitrogen-containing compound detection.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Imidazole, Silver(1+) Salt
CAS No.	42879-93-6
Molecular Formula	C3H3AgN2
Molecular Weight	190.96 g/mol
Synonyms	Silver Imidazole; Silver(I) Imidazolide; Imidazole Silver Salt; Ag-Imidazole Complex; 1H-Imidazole, Silver(1+) Salt; Silver Imidazolate; Imidazole Silver(I) Salt; 1H-Imidazole-1-ide, Silver(1+)
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Quality Control

Our 1H-Imidazole, Silver(1+) Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing key parameters such as assay (by titration or ICP), heavy metal content, and loss on drying. Our quality commitment ensures the material is suitable for research and development as well as scale-up processes.

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). This compound is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; it is recommended to store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term stability. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong acids and strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystals
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (Ag content)	≥ 56.0% (by ICP-OES)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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