Description

1-Ethyl-2,4-Diphenyl-1H-Imidazole is a high-value, substituted imidazole derivative with the CAS registry number 857271-74-0. This compound serves as a versatile and critical organic intermediate and pharmacological scaffold in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by pharmaceutical R&D teams, agrochemical developers, and manufacturers of specialty chemicals and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key building block for synthesizing novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and oncology.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of next-generation fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators due to its bioactive imidazole core.
• Ligand & Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a precursor for N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands and other organometallic catalysts used in cross-coupling and polymerization reactions.
• Material Science Research: Investigated for incorporation into organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), liquid crystals, and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Research & Development: Employed in academic and industrial labs for method development and exploring new reactions involving imidazole chemistry.
• Fine Chemical Production: An intermediate in the multi-step synthesis of dyes, pigments, and other high-value specialty chemicals.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Ethyl-2,4-Diphenyl-1H-Imidazole
CAS No.	857271-74-0
Molecular Formula	C17H16N2
Molecular Weight	248.32 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Ethyl-2,4-diphenylimidazole; 2,4-Diphenyl-1-ethylimidazole; 1H-Imidazole, 1-ethyl-2,4-diphenyl-; NSC 405124; 1-Ethyl-2,4-diphenyl-1H-imidazole; 1-Ethyl-2,4-diphenylimidazole
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Ethyl-2,4-Diphenyl-1H-Imidazole is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, which includes data from HPLC, NMR, and other relevant analytical techniques to verify compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
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.