Description

1-Methyl-4-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is a high-value, heterocyclic carboxylic acid derivative that serves as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its unique imidazole core functionalized with phenyl and carboxylic acid groups makes it a versatile building block for constructing complex molecular architectures. This compound is primarily sought after by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes and receptors where the imidazole pharmacophore is relevant.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators that leverage its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), or polymers requiring functionalized imidazole units.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying biological processes due to its ability to be further derivatized.
• Academic & Contract Research: A valuable reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in university and CRO laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-4-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	655253-58-0
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O2
Molecular Weight	202.21 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Phenyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 1-Methyl-4-phenylimidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 5-Carboxy-1-methyl-4-phenylimidazole; 1-Methyl-4-phenyl-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylate; 655253-58-0; 1-Methyl-4-phenylimidazole-5-carboxylic acid; 4-Phenyl-1-methylimidazole-5-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-4-Phenyl-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and residual solvent analysis. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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