Description

1-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, multifunctional heterocyclic building block prized for its unique chemical architecture. This compound is essential for research and development in advanced organic synthesis, particularly where the introduction of a trifluoromethylphenyl-substituted imidazole core is required. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material scientists for creating novel active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the development of novel drug candidates, particularly in kinase inhibitor and anti-inflammatory research.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced herbicides and fungicides, leveraging the bioactivity of the imidazole and trifluoromethyl motifs.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a precursor for designing specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic electronic materials and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Custom Synthesis & Contract Manufacturing: A critical starting material for custom chemical synthesis services targeting complex, high-value molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	445302-31-8
Molecular Formula	C11H7F3N2O2
Molecular Weight	256.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylimidazole-4-carboxylic acid; 1H-Imidazole-4-carboxylic acid, 1-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-; 1-(4-Trifluoromethylphenyl)-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-1-(4-trifluoromethylphenyl)imidazole; α-(Trifluoromethyl)phenylimidazolecarboxylic acid; TFMP-ICA; 4-Imidazolecarboxylic acid, 1-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-
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Quality Control

Every batch of 1-[4-(Trifluoromethyl)Phenyl]-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the material meets your specific research or production-grade requirements. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is supplied with each shipment.

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 such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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