Description

Ethyl 2,4-Dibromo-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylate is a high-purity brominated imidazole derivative, a crucial advanced intermediate in modern organic synthesis. Its value lies in its role as a versatile building block for constructing complex heterocyclic molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. This compound is primarily needed by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for creating novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the synthesis of potent drug candidates, including kinase inhibitors, antiviral agents, and anti-inflammatory compounds.
• Agrochemical Research: Used as a precursor in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators that leverage the imidazole core.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functionalizing agent in the creation of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Buchwald-Hartwig) and nucleophilic substitution reactions to introduce complex imidazole motifs.
• Ligand & Catalyst Development: Useful for constructing novel nitrogen-containing ligands for metal catalysis and coordination chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 2,4-Dibromo-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	74478-96-9
Molecular Formula	C6H6Br2N2O2
Molecular Weight	297.93 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2,4-dibromo-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylate; 1H-Imidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 2,4-dibromo-, ethyl ester; 2,4-Dibromo-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 2,4-dibromoimidazole-5-carboxylate; 5-Ethoxycarbonyl-2,4-dibromoimidazole; 74478-96-9; DBIMC
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 2,4-Dibromo-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed to protect from moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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