Description

1-[4-(Chloromethyl)Phenyl]-1H-Imidazole Hydrochloride is a high-purity, versatile organic intermediate featuring a reactive chloromethyl group and an imidazole moiety. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of antifungal, antibacterial, and other biologically active compounds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and production of novel pesticides and herbicides.
• Ligand and Catalyst Preparation: Serves as a precursor for creating specialized ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of polymers, resins, and other advanced materials with specific functional properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized in the design and synthesis of molecular probes for studying biological systems.
• Custom Synthesis and Contract Manufacturing: A vital starting material for custom synthesis projects and scale-up processes in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-[4-(Chloromethyl)Phenyl]-1H-Imidazole Hydrochloride
CAS No.	86718-09-4
Molecular Formula	C10H10Cl2N2
Molecular Weight	229.10 g/mol
Synonyms	4-(Chloromethyl)phenylimidazole Hydrochloride; 1H-Imidazole, 1-[4-(chloromethyl)phenyl]-, hydrochloride; 1-(4-Chloromethylphenyl)imidazole Hydrochloride; 1-(p-Chloromethylphenyl)imidazole Hydrochloride; 4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)benzyl Chloride Hydrochloride; CMPI-HCl; (4-(1H-Imidazol-1-yl)phenyl)methyl Chloride Hydrochloride
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Quality Control

Our 1-[4-(Chloromethyl)Phenyl]-1H-Imidazole Hydrochloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial synthesis. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.