Description

2-Ethyl-4-Formylimidazole is a versatile heterocyclic aldehyde building block, essential for advanced organic synthesis. Its core value lies in its reactive formyl group, which enables the construction of complex molecular architectures through condensation and cyclization reactions. This high-purity intermediate is critically needed by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical manufacturers, and specialty chemical producers for developing active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) and other nitrogen-containing bioactive molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Building block for creating novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators with imidazole cores.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Serves as a ligand precursor for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and transition metal catalysts.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used in the production of specialty polymers, including polyimides and conductive materials.
• Cross-coupling Reactions: Employed in palladium-catalyzed reactions like Suzuki and Heck couplings to introduce formyl-imidazole functionalities.
• Fine Chemical Production: Intermediate for dyes, pigments, and photographic chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Ethyl-4-Formylimidazole
CAS No.	83902-00-5
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2O
Molecular Weight	124.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Formyl-2-ethylimidazole; 2-Ethyl-1H-imidazole-4-carboxaldehyde; 2-Ethyl-4-imidazolecarboxaldehyde; 1H-Imidazole-4-carboxaldehyde, 2-ethyl-; 2-Ethylimidazole-4-carbaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Ethyl-4-Formylimidazole is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for advanced synthetic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with full traceability are provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider keeping under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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