Description

4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridine is a versatile heterocyclic organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced chemical synthesis. Its unique fused imidazopyridine structure makes it a valuable intermediate for developing novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and functional materials. This high-purity intermediate is essential for research and production in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking to innovate with complex nitrogen-containing heterocycles.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of complex drug candidates, particularly those targeting neurological and cardiovascular diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides that require specific heterocyclic scaffolds for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a building block for creating novel ligands in catalysis and coordination chemistry.
• Material Science: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials and advanced polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to construct molecular probes for studying enzyme function and biological pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for synthetic organic chemistry research in both university and corporate laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridine
CAS No.	87673-88-9
Molecular Formula	C7H11N3
Molecular Weight	137.18 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine; 1-Methyl-1,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydroimidazo[4,5-c]pyridine; 1-Methyl-4,5,6,7-tetrahydroimidazo[4,5-c]pyridine; Imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine, 1,4,5,6,7,8-hexahydro-1-methyl-; 87673-88-9; 1-Methyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]pyridine, 4,5,6,7-tetrahydro-
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Quality Control

Our 4,5,6,7-Tetrahydro-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazo[4,5-C]Pyridine is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and GC-MS, to confirm identity and purity. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment. We support cGMP compliance for pharmaceutical applications and can tailor purity grades to meet specific project requirements.

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). Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Purity (GC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.