Description

2-Methyl-1H-Imidazole, Copper(1+) Salt is a specialized organometallic coordination compound featuring a copper(I) center complexed with a methyl-substituted imidazole ligand. This product matters as a high-purity catalyst and reagent, offering precise reactivity for advanced chemical synthesis and material science applications. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for developing novel compounds and catalytic processes.

Application

• Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a ligand or catalyst precursor in cross-coupling reactions, such as Sonogashira or Ullmann-type couplings, for constructing complex molecular architectures.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those containing heterocyclic structures.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Serves as a component in catalyst systems for the production of specialized polymers and resins with tailored properties.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the synthesis of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the development of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), conductive polymers, and other functional materials.
• Laboratory Reagent: Functions as a standardized reagent for analytical testing and method development in quality control laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Methyl-1H-Imidazole, Copper(1+) Salt
CAS No.	85392-46-7
Molecular Formula	C4H5CuN2
Molecular Weight	144.64 g/mol
Synonyms	Copper(I) 2-Methylimidazolate; 2-Methylimidazole Copper(I) Salt; 2-Methyl-1H-imidazole Copper Complex; Cu(I)-2-MeIm; 2-MeIm-Cu(I); (2-Methyl-1H-imidazol-1-ido)copper; Copper, (2-methyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)-
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Quality Control

Our 2-Methyl-1H-Imidazole, Copper(1+) Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing key parameters such as assay, metal content, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment aligns with cGMP principles for reliable supply to research and industrial applications.

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 material is light-sensitive (store away from light) and easily oxidized (store under inert atmosphere). For long-term storage, consider packaging under an inert gas such as argon or nitrogen in a sealed container.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to beige powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (Cu content)	≥ 43.0 % (by ICP-OES)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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