Description

1-[4-(tert-Butyl)Benzyl]-1H-Imidazole-4,5-Dicarbonitrile is a high-value, functionalized imidazole derivative characterized by its unique dicarbonitrile and tert-butylbenzyl substituents. This compound serves as a versatile and critical advanced pharmaceutical intermediate (API) and a specialized building block in organic synthesis. It is primarily sought after by R&D and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or requiring specific heterocyclic frameworks.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides due to its bioactive imidazole core.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a sophisticated building block for creating custom ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of advanced organic materials, including polymers and liquid crystals, where its structural rigidity and functional groups are advantageous.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and target identification.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-[4-(tert-Butyl)Benzyl]-1H-Imidazole-4,5-Dicarbonitrile
CAS No.	439108-70-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆N₄
Molecular Weight	264.33 g/mol
Synonyms	1-[(4-tert-Butylphenyl)methyl]-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarbonitrile; 4,5-Dicyano-1-[(4-tert-butylphenyl)methyl]imidazole; 1-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl)-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarbonitrile; 1H-Imidazole-4,5-dicarbonitrile, 1-[[4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenyl]methyl]-; 1-(4-tert-Butyl-benzyl)-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarbonitrile; 1-(4-tert-Butylbenzyl)imidazole-4,5-dicarbonitrile; 4,5-Dicyano-1-(4-tert-butylbenzyl)imidazole
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Quality Control

Our production of 1-[4-(tert-Butyl)Benzyl]-1H-Imidazole-4,5-Dicarbonitrile adheres to stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical quality attributes are provided with every shipment. We support development and scale-up with custom purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

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 away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Due to its light-sensitive nature, prolonged exposure to light should be avoided.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
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.