Description

Thiocyanic Acid, 2-Imidazolyl Ester (5Ci) is a specialized organic compound featuring a reactive thiocyanate ester group linked to an imidazole heterocycle. This unique molecular architecture makes it a valuable versatile building block and intermediate in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily utilized by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for constructing novel molecules, including potential active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzyme inhibition or requiring specific heterocyclic scaffolds.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of novel pesticides, herbicides, and fungicides where the imidazole and thiocyanate functionalities can contribute to biological activity.
• Chemical Research Reagent: Employed in academic and industrial laboratories for methodological studies, heterocyclic chemistry, and the development of new synthetic pathways.
• Material Science Precursor: Acts as a monomer or functionalization agent in the synthesis of specialized polymers and advanced organic materials.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Utilized for creating novel ligands in coordination chemistry and catalysis due to the donor properties of the nitrogen and sulfur atoms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiocyanic Acid, 2-Imidazolyl Ester (5Ci)
CAS No.	859492-05-0
Molecular Formula	C4H3N3S
Molecular Weight	125.15 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Imidazolyl thiocyanate; 1H-Imidazol-2-yl thiocyanate; 2-Thiocyanatoimidazole; Imidazole-2-thiocyanate; 2-Imidazyl thiocyanate; Thiocyanic acid imidazol-2-yl ester; 2-Imidazolyl ester of thiocyanic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of Thiocyanic Acid, 2-Imidazolyl Ester (5Ci) adheres to stringent internal quality protocols. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR) for structural confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to ensure full transparency and support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); therefore, the container must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

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	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.