Description

1-[(2-Nitrophenyl)Methyl]-1H-Imidazole is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound featuring an imidazole core linked to a 2-nitrophenylmethyl group. This unique structure makes it a valuable building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis, particularly for creating complex molecules with targeted properties. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical research and development teams, as well as by fine chemical manufacturers engaged in the production of agrochemicals and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those targeting specific biological pathways.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its nitro-aromatic and heterocyclic functionalities.
• Ligand and Catalyst Synthesis: Acts as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in coordination chemistry and catalytic processes.
• Material Science: Employed in the research and development of advanced polymers, dyes, and photoactive materials.
• Chemical Biology Probe Development: Useful for synthesizing molecular probes to study enzyme function and cellular processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[(2-Nitrophenyl)Methyl]-1H-Imidazole
CAS No.	61292-49-7
Molecular Formula	C10H9N3O2
Molecular Weight	203.20 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Nitrobenzyl)-1H-imidazole; 1-(2-Nitrobenzyl)imidazole; 1H-Imidazole, 1-[(2-nitrophenyl)methyl]-; 2-Nitrobenzylimidazole; (2-Nitrobenzyl)imidazole; 1-(o-Nitrobenzyl)imidazole; 61292-49-7; NSC 403819
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1-[(2-Nitrophenyl)Methyl]-1H-Imidazole adheres to stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for your critical syntheses. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality systems are designed to support cGMP and ISO standards for traceability and documentation.

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 strong oxidizing agents and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
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.