Description

2-Chloromethyl-1-Isobutylimidazole Hcl is a versatile and high-purity chemical building block essential for advanced organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive chloromethyl group, which facilitates the introduction of the imidazole moiety into more complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the development of active ingredients and novel chemical entities.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing imidazole-based structures.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Research & Development: Serves as a critical reagent for constructing heterocyclic compounds in medicinal chemistry and material science projects.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Employed in the development of specialized ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: Acts as a building block for manufacturing complex, high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloromethyl-1-Isobutylimidazole Hcl
CAS No.	497853-83-5
Molecular Formula	C9H16Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	223.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Isobutyl-2-(chloromethyl)-1H-imidazole Hydrochloride; 2-(Chloromethyl)-1-(2-methylpropyl)-1H-imidazole Hydrochloride; 1H-Imidazole, 2-(chloromethyl)-1-(2-methylpropyl)-, hydrochloride; 2-Chloromethyl-1-isobutylimidazole Hydrochloride; 497853-83-5
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Quality Control

Our 2-Chloromethyl-1-Isobutylimidazole Hcl is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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