Description

1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxaldehyde, 1,4-Dimethyl- CAS NO 933728-48-4 is a functionalized imidazole derivative, a versatile heterocyclic building block prized for its reactive aldehyde group and substituted nitrogen atoms. This compound is critical for the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly in pharmaceutical research and fine chemical manufacturing. It is primarily sought after by R&D chemists and process development scientists in the life sciences, agrochemical, and advanced material sectors for constructing novel active ingredients and functional ligands.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key precursor in the synthesis of potential drug candidates, especially those targeting enzymes and receptors where the imidazole core is pharmacologically active.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the development of novel fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that incorporate the imidazole moiety.
• Coordination Chemistry & Catalysis: Serves as a versatile ligand for metal complexes in catalytic applications and material science due to its nitrogen donor atoms and modifiable aldehyde group.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: The reactive formyl group enables further transformations (e.g., condensation, reduction) to create diverse libraries of imidazole-based compounds for screening.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of organic semiconductors, conductive polymers, and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxaldehyde, 1,4-Dimethyl-
CAS No.	933728-48-4
Molecular Formula	C6H8N2O
Molecular Weight	124.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1,4-Dimethyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxaldehyde; 2-Formyl-1,4-dimethylimidazole; 1,4-Dimethylimidazole-2-carbaldehyde; 1,4-Dimethyl-2-imidazolecarboxaldehyde; 1,4-Dimethyl-1H-imidazole-2-carbaldehyde; 1,4-Dimethylimidazole-2-carboxaldehyde
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our production of 1H-Imidazole-2-Carboxaldehyde, 1,4-Dimethyl- adheres to stringent internal quality standards to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air should be avoided. Keep away from heat and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 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.