Description

1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid, 4,5-Dihydro-5-Oxo- is a high-value heterocyclic building block and key synthetic intermediate. This compound is critical for the development of novel active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced organic materials. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for constructing complex molecular architectures.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of various drug candidates, particularly those targeting central nervous system (CNS) disorders, inflammation, and metabolic diseases.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the research and development of new-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand and Catalyst Development: Serves as a versatile scaffold for creating novel ligands used in asymmetric catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Organic Electronic Materials: Investigated as a building block for organic semiconductors and conductive polymers due to its imidazole core.
• Bioconjugation and Peptidomimetics: Utilized in medicinal chemistry for creating peptide analogs and bioconjugation linkers to enhance drug properties.
• Academic and Contract Research: Essential for fundamental organic chemistry research and custom synthesis projects in CROs (Contract Research Organizations).

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid, 4,5-Dihydro-5-Oxo-
CAS No.	861293-24-5
Molecular Formula	C4H4N2O3
Molecular Weight	128.09 g/mol
Synonyms	4,5-Dihydro-5-oxo-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Imidazoline-5-one-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Oxo-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid; 2-Carboxy-2-imidazolin-5-one; 1H-Imidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 4,5-dihydro-5-oxo-; 2-Imidazolin-5-one-2-carboxylic acid; 5-Oxo-4,5-dihydroimidazole-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Our 1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxylic Acid, 4,5-Dihydro-5-Oxo- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via FT-IR and NMR, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and process development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided for full traceability and quality assurance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider using a desiccator or storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

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