Description

Imidazole CAS NO 5034-77-5 is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a fundamental building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring two nitrogen atoms, makes it an essential intermediate and a key component in various catalytic and biochemical processes. This high-purity chemical is critical for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, photographic, and specialty polymer industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their production lines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: A crucial building block for synthesizing antifungal agents (e.g., Ketoconazole, Clotrimazole), anticancer drugs, and other active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Photographic Industry: Acts as a stabilizer and an intermediate in the manufacture of photographic chemicals and dyes.
• Polymer & Resin Modifier: Employed as a curing agent for epoxy resins and a component in polyimide and other high-performance polymers.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a buffer component and a ligand in biochemistry and molecular biology due to its ability to mimic the histidine side chain.
• Catalysis & Organic Synthesis: Serves as a ligand for metal complexes and a base catalyst in various organic transformations, including deprotonation and condensation reactions.
• Ionic Liquids & Electrolytes: A precursor for forming imidazolium-based ionic liquids used in batteries, electroplating, and green chemistry applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Imidazole
CAS No.	5034-77-5
Molecular Formula	C3H4N2
Molecular Weight	68.08 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Diazole; Glyoxaline; Imidazole, 99%; 1H-Imidazole; Imidazole, anhydrous; Miazole; Pyrro[b]monazole; UNII-4KD8K49V9P
EINECS	225-718-3

Quality Control

Our Imidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive quality assurance, with products typically meeting or exceeding 99% purity as determined by HPLC. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for every batch upon request, supporting compliance with cGMP and other relevant industry standards for pharmaceutical and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect product quality and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Melting Point	89 - 91 °C
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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