Description

Isopropyl (R)-1-(1-Phenylethyl)-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylate is a high-value, chiral imidazole derivative serving as a critical synthetic intermediate in advanced organic chemistry. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key building block for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and specialty fine chemicals. This compound is essential for research and production teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced material science sectors seeking to introduce stereochemical complexity into their molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial chiral precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, anti-infectives, and enzyme inhibitors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of novel, stereoselective pesticides and herbicides where the specific (R)-enantiomer can confer desired biological activity.
• Ligand & Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for constructing sophisticated chiral ligands and organocatalysts used in asymmetric synthesis.
• Fine Chemical Production: Employed in the manufacture of complex, high-value specialty chemicals for electronics, imaging, and performance materials.
• Academic & R&D: A valuable reagent for methodological development in organic chemistry and medicinal chemistry research within university and corporate laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Isopropyl (R)-1-(1-Phenylethyl)-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylate
CAS No.	771422-77-6
Molecular Formula	C15H18N2O2
Molecular Weight	258.32 g/mol
Synonyms	(R)-1-(1-Phenylethyl)-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylic acid isopropyl ester; 1H-Imidazole-5-carboxylic acid, 1-[(1R)-1-phenylethyl]-, 1-methylethyl ester; Isopropyl (R)-1-(α-methylbenzyl)-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylate; (R)-1-Phenylethyl imidazole-5-carboxylate isopropyl ester; IPEIC (abbreviation); (R)-IPEIC
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Quality Control

Every batch of Isopropyl (R)-1-(1-Phenylethyl)-1H-Imidazole-5-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Our products undergo rigorous analytical testing, including chiral HPLC, to ensure high chemical and enantiomeric purity suitable for demanding R&D and scale-up applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The compound may be moisture-sensitive; keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage to maintain optimal purity and stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Enantiomeric Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 98.0% ee (R)
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.