Description

2,5-Dibromo-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole CAS NO 53857-59-3 is a halogenated heterocyclic compound that serves as a versatile and critical building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a key precursor for the development of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and functional materials, enabling the introduction of bromine atoms and the imidazole scaffold into complex molecular architectures. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and development chemists, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking reliable, high-quality raw materials for their synthesis pipelines.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing imidazole or brominated heterocyclic cores with potential biological activity.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and insecticides where the dibromoimidazole structure imparts specific bioactivity.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a starting material for synthesizing specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) precursors and other ligands used in transition metal catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the creation of organic electronic materials, such as components for organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) or conductive polymers.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: Acts as a substrate in palladium-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Stille) due to the presence of bromine atoms, enabling further functionalization.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and tags for studying biological systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dibromo-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole
CAS No.	53857-59-3
Molecular Formula	C4H4Br2N2
Molecular Weight	239.90 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-2,5-dibromoimidazole; 2,5-Dibromo-1-methylimidazole; 1H-Imidazole, 2,5-dibromo-1-methyl-; 1-Methyl-2,5-dibromo-1H-imidazole; NSC 403119; DBMI
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dibromo-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure high purity and consistent quality suitable for demanding synthetic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 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.