Description

Tetrakis(Imidazol-1-Ylmethyl)Methane is a multifunctional organic compound featuring a central methane core symmetrically substituted with four imidazolylmethyl groups. This unique molecular architecture, characterized by multiple nitrogen-containing heterocycles, makes it a valuable ligand and building block in coordination chemistry and advanced material synthesis. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical sectors for developing catalysts, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and functional polymers.

Application

• Coordination Chemistry & Catalyst Synthesis: Serves as a polydentate ligand for constructing transition metal complexes used in homogeneous catalysis.
• Metal-Organic Framework (MOF) Precursor: Acts as an organic linker or node in the design and synthesis of porous MOF materials for gas storage, separation, and catalysis.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly those requiring complex nitrogen-rich scaffolds.
• Polymer Modification & Cross-linking Agent: Imparts functionality to polymers and can be used to create cross-linked networks with specific chemical properties.
• Agrochemical Research: Employed as a key synthetic intermediate in the development of novel herbicides, fungicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Chelating Agent: Functions as a chelator for various metal ions in analytical chemistry or metal sequestration applications.
• Material Science Research: Used in the development of advanced functional materials, including sensors and conductive polymers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrakis(Imidazol-1-Ylmethyl)Methane
CAS No.	860026-77-3
Molecular Formula	C21H24N8
Molecular Weight	388.47 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetrakis(1-imidazolylmethyl)methane; Methane, tetrakis(1H-imidazol-1-ylmethyl)-; 1,1,1,1-Tetrakis(imidazol-1-ylmethyl)methane; TIMM; Tetrakis(imidazolylmethyl)methane; N,N,N',N'-Tetrakis(imidazol-1-ylmethyl)methane; 1,1,1,1-Tetrakis[(1-imidazolyl)methyl]methane
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Quality Control

Our Tetrakis(Imidazol-1-Ylmethyl)Methane is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting all critical parameters are available upon request. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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