Description

4-(1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)-Benzonitrile is a high-purity, heterocyclic aromatic compound featuring a benzonitrile moiety linked to an imidazole ring, serving as a versatile and valuable building block in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for research and development in medicinal chemistry, where its unique structure enables the creation of novel pharmacologically active molecules. It is primarily sought after by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, agrochemical companies, and specialty chemical manufacturers for the development of new active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, particularly those targeting enzymes and receptors where the imidazole moiety plays a crucial role.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the development of new herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides, leveraging its heterocyclic framework for bioactivity.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating complex ligands used in catalysis and material science.
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs or sensors, due to its conjugated system.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Utilized to build molecular probes for studying biological processes and protein interactions.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental research chemical for exploring new synthetic methodologies and novel chemical entities.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-(1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)-Benzonitrile
CAS No.	98298-49-8
Molecular Formula	C10H7N3
Molecular Weight	169.18 g/mol
Synonyms	2-(4-Cyanophenyl)-1H-imidazole; 4-(2-Imidazolyl)benzonitrile; 4-(1H-Imidazol-2-yl)benzonitrile; 4-Cyanophenylimidazole; Benzonitrile, 4-(1H-imidazol-2-yl)-; 98298-49-8; 4-(Imidazol-2-yl)benzonitrile
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-(1H-Imidazol-2-Yl)-Benzonitrile is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and spectroscopic methods (NMR, IR, MS) for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment.

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	≤ 0.5%

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