Description

2-(2-Methylimidazol-1-Yl)Benzaldehyde is a high-purity organic building block featuring a benzaldehyde core linked to a methyl-substituted imidazole moiety. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile intermediate in advanced organic synthesis, enabling the construction of complex molecular architectures. It is primarily sought by research institutions and industrial R&D departments in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical sectors for developing novel active ingredients and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key precursor in the synthesis of novel drug candidates, particularly those targeting specific enzyme receptors.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in developing new generations of herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Ligand Synthesis: Serves as a starting material for creating specialized ligands used in catalysis and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).
• Functional Material Development: Employed in the research of organic electronic materials, such as OLEDs and conductive polymers.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Useful for constructing molecular probes to study biological processes and protein interactions.
• Cross-Coupling Reactions: The aldehyde group facilitates further functionalization via reactions like Suzuki or Heck cross-coupling.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-(2-Methylimidazol-1-Yl)Benzaldehyde
CAS No.	914348-86-0
Molecular Formula	C11H10N2O
Molecular Weight	186.21 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Formylphenyl)-2-methylimidazole; 2-(2-Methyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)benzaldehyde; Benzaldehyde, 2-(2-methyl-1H-imidazol-1-yl)-; 2-(2-Methylimidazol-1-yl)benzaldehyde; 2-(2-Methyl-1-imidazolyl)benzaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-(2-Methylimidazol-1-Yl)Benzaldehyde is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and NMR/IR for structural confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its sensitivity to oxidation, it is recommended to handle under an inert atmosphere for long-term storage and to minimize headspace in opened containers.

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	≤ 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.