Description

5-Amino-1-Methylimidazole is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound serving as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring both an amino and a methyl substituent on the imidazole ring, makes it a valuable precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and industrial-scale production in life sciences and fine chemical manufacturing.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of various active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including antiviral and anticancer agents.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands and metal-organic catalysts.
• Fine Chemical Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other complex organic molecules.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a reagent in studying enzyme mechanisms and nucleotide chemistry.
• Material Science: Acts as a monomer or modifier in the development of polymers and advanced functional materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	5-Amino-1-Methylimidazole
CAS No.	66787-75-5
Molecular Formula	C4H7N3
Molecular Weight	97.12 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-amine; 1-Methyl-5-aminoimidazole; 5-Amino-1-methyl-1H-imidazole; 1-Methylimidazol-5-ylamine; 5-Amino-1-methylimidazole; 5-Amino-1-methylglyoxaline
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 5-Amino-1-Methylimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. We provide material that meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available for every batch. Our quality commitment ensures consistency and reliability for your critical synthesis processes.

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. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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