Description

2-(4-Nitro-Phenyl)-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is a high-purity, versatile organic intermediate of significant importance in advanced chemical synthesis. This compound is valued for its functionalized imidazole core, which serves as a critical building block for creating complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought after by research institutions and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for the development of novel active ingredients.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme pathways where the nitro-phenyl-imidazole scaffold is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and pesticides, leveraging its heterocyclic structure for bioactivity.
• Material Science: Serves as a monomer or functional additive in the research of specialty polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic chemistry research for constructing complex heterocyclic compounds and in method development (e.g., cross-coupling reactions).
• Biochemical Probe Development: Utilized as a scaffold for creating fluorescent tags or molecular probes for biological imaging and diagnostic research.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(4-Nitro-Phenyl)-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester
CAS No.	854700-38-2
Molecular Formula	C12H11N3O4
Molecular Weight	261.24 g/mol
Synonyms	Ethyl 2-(4-nitrophenyl)-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylate; 4-Carbethoxy-2-(4-nitrophenyl)imidazole; 1H-Imidazole-4-carboxylic acid, 2-(4-nitrophenyl)-, ethyl ester; 2-(p-Nitrophenyl)-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; 2-(4-Nitrophenyl)-4-(ethoxycarbonyl)imidazole; 4-(Ethoxycarbonyl)-2-(4-nitrophenyl)imidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(4-Nitro-Phenyl)-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. 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 controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown 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.