Description

Ethyl 5-Bromo-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylate is a high-purity brominated imidazole derivative, a crucial building block in modern organic synthesis. This compound is valued for its reactive bromine substituent and ester functionality, enabling precise molecular construction. It is primarily sought by research and development teams in the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries for the synthesis of novel active ingredients and complex heterocyclic compounds.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A key synthon in the research and development of new drug candidates, particularly for kinase inhibitors and other biologically active molecules.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the creation of advanced fungicides, herbicides, and plant growth regulators that require a functionalized imidazole core.
• Organic Synthesis Building Block: Serves as a versatile precursor for further functionalization via cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Sonogashira) or nucleophilic substitution.
• Material Science Research: Employed in the development of specialty chemicals, ligands for catalysis, and advanced organic materials.
• Contract Research & Manufacturing (CRO/CMO): Supplied to organizations engaged in custom synthesis and scale-up projects for client-specific molecules.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ethyl 5-Bromo-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylate
CAS No.	944906-76-7
Molecular Formula	C6H7BrN2O2
Molecular Weight	219.04 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Bromo-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid ethyl ester; Ethyl 5-bromo-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylate; 4-Carbethoxy-5-bromoimidazole; 5-Bromo-4-ethoxycarbonylimidazole; 1H-Imidazole-4-carboxylic acid, 5-bromo-, ethyl ester; 5-Bromoimidazole-4-carboxylic Acid Ethyl Ester; Ethyl 5-bromoimidazole-4-carboxylate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ethyl 5-Bromo-1H-Imidazole-4-Carboxylate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, typically exceeding 97% (HPLC). Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support cGMP compliance for advanced applications and can provide material tailored to specific project requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

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%
Heavy Metals	< 20 ppm

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