Description

1H-Imidazole-5-Carbonitrile,1-Hydroxy-,3-Oxide(9Ci) is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound, identified by CAS number 709636-88-4, that serves as a high-value synthetic intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique structure, featuring a nitrile group and an N-oxide moiety, makes it a critical building block for constructing complex molecules with specific electronic and biological properties. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries, particularly in the development of novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, especially those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the imidazole N-oxide scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require heterocyclic nitrile derivatives for enhanced activity and selectivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic framework (MOF) construction.
• Material Science: Building block for advanced polymers and electronic materials where its functional groups can be further modified to alter conductivity or binding properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological processes and enzyme mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Imidazole-5-Carbonitrile,1-Hydroxy-,3-Oxide(9Ci)
CAS No.	709636-88-4
Molecular Formula	C4H3N3O2
Molecular Weight	125.09 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hydroxy-1H-imidazole-5-carbonitrile 3-oxide; 1H-Imidazole-5-carbonitrile, 1-hydroxy-, 3-oxide; 1-Hydroxyimidazole-5-carbonitrile N-oxide; 5-Cyano-1-hydroxyimidazole 3-oxide; 1-Hydroxy-5-cyanoimidazole 3-oxide; Imidazole N-oxide derivative; 1-Hydroxy-5-imidazolecarbonitrile 3-oxide
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Quality Control

Our 1H-Imidazole-5-Carbonitrile,1-Hydroxy-,3-Oxide(9Ci) is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for assay and purity determination, and is supplied with a corresponding Certificate of Analysis (COA). We support custom synthesis and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP guidelines for pharmaceutical development upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This compound may be hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere if specified. Keep away from strong acids, strong bases, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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