Description

4-(Imidazol-1-Yl)-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is a versatile heterocyclic aromatic compound that serves as a crucial building block in advanced organic synthesis. Its molecular structure, featuring both an imidazole ring and a benzoic acid ester moiety, makes it a valuable intermediate for creating complex molecules with specific biological or material properties. This compound is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or receptor modulation.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new active ingredients for crop protection products, such as fungicides or herbicides.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Building block for specialty polymers or organic electronic materials due to its conjugated aromatic system.
• Chemical Biology: Employed in the design and synthesis of molecular probes and biochemical tools.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Fundamental research compound for exploring new synthetic pathways and heterocyclic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(Imidazol-1-Yl)-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	86718-07-2
Molecular Formula	C12H12N2O2
Molecular Weight	216.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 4-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)benzoate; 4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester; Benzoic acid, 4-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)-, ethyl ester; 1-(4-Ethoxycarbonylphenyl)imidazole; Ethyl p-imidazol-1-ylbenzoate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(Imidazol-1-Yl)-Benzoic Acid Ethyl Ester is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your research and development requirements.

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). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to maintain product integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
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.