2-Bromo-1-methyl-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid

• CAT Number: L019223
• CAS Number: 852181-03-4
• Molecular Formula: C5H5BrN2O2
• Molecular Weight: 205.01
• Purity: ≥95%
• IUPAC Name: 2-bromo-1-methylimidazole-4-carboxylic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C5H5BrN2O2/c1-8-2-3(4(9)10)7-5(8)6/h2H,1H3,(H,9,10)
• InChIKey: DYHJNZNZJCTGGW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CN1C=C(N=C1Br)C(=O)O

2-Bromo-1-methyl-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid is a halogenated imidazole derivative featuring a bromine atom at the 2-position, a methyl group at the 1-position, and a carboxylic acid at the 4-position. This compound is significant in medicinal chemistry due to its potential biological activities, including antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. The bromine substitution enhances its reactivity, allowing for further functionalization. Its unique structure makes it valuable in the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents and in exploring new applications in drug development.