1-Methylimidazole

• CAT Number: R009370
• CAS Number: 616-47-7
• Molecular Formula: C4H6N2
• Molecular Weight: 82.1
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole; Araldite DY 070; DY 070; N-Methylimidazole; N1-Methylimidazole; NSC 88064
• Storage: Room temperature
• IUPAC Name: 1-methylimidazole
• InChI: InChI=1S/C4H6N2/c1-6-3-2-5-4-6/h2-4H,1H3
• InChIKey: MCTWTZJPVLRJOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CN1C=CN=C1

1-Methylimidazole (Cat No.:R009370) is a chemical compound. It features an imidazole ring substituted with a methyl group. This compound is significant in various fields including pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and industrial processes. It acts as a versatile building block in organic synthesis, serving as a precursor for a wide range of compounds. Its imidazole structure is present in numerous bioactive molecules and catalysts. Its reactivity and ability to participate in various chemical transformations contribute to its role in creating diverse molecules for applications in drug discovery, agriculture, and chemical manufacturing.

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