Description

4H-Imidazole, 5-Methyl-2-Phenyl- is a specialized heterocyclic organic compound belonging to the imidazole class, serving as a crucial synthetic intermediate. Its value lies in its unique phenyl-substituted imidazole core, which is a privileged scaffold in medicinal chemistry for constructing bioactive molecules. This compound is primarily needed by research and development chemists in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and advanced materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of potential drug candidates targeting various diseases.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing novel fungicides, herbicides, or plant growth regulators.
• Material Science: Precursor for creating specialty polymers, ligands for catalysis, or organic electronic materials.
• Chemical Biology: Employed as a probe or scaffold in the study of biological processes and enzyme inhibition.
• Academic & Contract Research: Essential for fundamental organic synthesis research and custom synthesis projects.

Basic Information

Product Name	4H-Imidazole, 5-Methyl-2-Phenyl-
CAS No.	861346-28-3
Molecular Formula	C10H10N2
Molecular Weight	158.20 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-2-phenyl-4H-imidazole; 2-Phenyl-5-methylimidazole; 5-Methyl-2-phenyl-1H-imidazole; 2-Phenyl-5-methyl-1H-imidazole; 1H-Imidazole, 5-methyl-2-phenyl-; 4H-Imidazole, 5-methyl-2-phenyl- (CAS 861346-28-3)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4H-Imidazole, 5-Methyl-2-Phenyl- is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We are committed to meeting the stringent requirements of our global clientele in advanced chemical synthesis.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from incompatible materials. For long-term storage, consider an inert atmosphere to maintain optimal stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder/crystals
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.