Description

2,5-Dimethyl-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is a versatile heterocyclic building block with significant synthetic utility. This compound serves as a key intermediate in the development of advanced pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and specialty materials. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries seeking to synthesize novel imidazole-based compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A crucial precursor in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), especially for drugs targeting various therapeutic areas.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a ligand or building block for metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and catalytic complexes.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of novel polymers, dyes, and organic electronic materials.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a scaffold or intermediate in the study of enzyme inhibitors and biochemical probes.
• Fine Chemical Production: A valuable intermediate for custom synthesis and the manufacture of specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	2,5-Dimethyl-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid
CAS No.	84255-24-3
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	140.14 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Imidazolecarboxylic acid, 2,5-dimethyl-; 2,5-Dimethyl-4-imidazolecarboxylic acid; 2,5-Dimethyl-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid; 2,5-Dimethylimidazole-4-carboxylic acid; 4-Carboxy-2,5-dimethylimidazole; 2,5-Dimethyl-1H-imidazol-4-carboxylic acid; 2,5-Dimethyl-4-carboxyimidazole
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Quality Control

Our 2,5-Dimethyl-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for pharmaceutical and fine chemical intermediates. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
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.