Description

2-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxaldehyde is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block of significant importance in advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its bifunctional structure, featuring both an imidazole ring and a reactive formyl group, which makes it a critical precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily needed by research chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and material science industries for the development of new active ingredients and functional molecules.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon for the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes and receptors where the imidazole scaffold is pharmacologically relevant.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of novel herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry & Ligand Design: Serves as a precursor for creating polydentate ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Material Science Research: Employed in the synthesis of organic semiconductors, photoactive compounds, and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to develop fluorescent tags or affinity probes for studying biological processes.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental building block for methodological development and exploratory chemistry in both university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxaldehyde
CAS No.	68282-47-3
Molecular Formula	C10H8N2O
Molecular Weight	172.18 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formyl-2-phenylimidazole; 2-Phenyl-1H-imidazole-4-carbaldehyde; 2-Phenylimidazole-4-carboxaldehyde; 4-Aldehyde-2-phenylimidazole; 1H-Imidazole-4-carboxaldehyde, 2-phenyl-; 2-Phenyl-4-imidazolecarboxaldehyde; NSC 403119; 2-Phenyl-4-formylimidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of 2-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxaldehyde is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our standard quality commitment includes comprehensive analysis via HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with each shipment, ensuring full traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere) and is light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to pale yellow crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
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.