2-Methylimidazole
TL;DR: 2-Methylimidazole (CAS 693-98-1) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C4H6N2 and molecular weight 82.0531 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
2-methyl-1H-imidazole
Also Known As: 2-METHYLIMIDAZOLE, 2-Methyl-1H-imidazole, 1H-Imidazole, 2-methyl-, 2-Methylglyoxaline, methylimidazole
Application Areas
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Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C4H6N2 |
| Molecular Weight | 82.0531 g/mol |
| XLogP | 0.2 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 28.7 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 1 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 1 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 0 |
| Exact Mass | 82.0531 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 6 |
| Complexity | 44.0 |
| Purity | 99% |
| Melting Point | 144 °C |
| Boiling Point | 267 °C |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.01 [mmHg] |
| Solubility | Very soluble in ethanol |
| SMILES | CC1=NC=CN1 |
| InChIKey | LXBGSDVWAMZHDD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: 2-Methylimidazole is used in heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery, as well as polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Product profile: commercial lots are supplied at 99%. Available from CoreyChem as both catalog item and custom-synthesis project (mg to ton scale), with full analytical documentation (COA, MSDS, HPLC, NMR, MS).
2-Methylimidazole (CAS 693-98-1) is a heterocyclic building block with the molecular formula C4H6N2 and a molecular weight of 82.05 g/mol. Key physical properties include a solubility: Very soluble in ethanol. Synonyms include 2-METHYLIMIDAZOLE and 2-Methyl-1H-imidazole.
Custom synthesis (mg to ton scale), HPLC/NMR/MS analytical support, and complete COA/MSDS documentation are available from CoreyChem. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Safety Information
H8502, H302, H314, H351, H360Df
Chemical Property Profile of 2-Methylimidazole
Property Insights of 2-Methylimidazole
The XLogP value of 0.2 suggests moderate lipophilicity, balancing water solubility and membrane permeability for 2-Methylimidazole. With a topological polar surface area (TPSA) of 28.7 Ų, 2-Methylimidazole exhibits relatively low polarity, potentially indicating favorable cell membrane permeability. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, 2-Methylimidazole has 1 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 1 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 2-Methylimidazole?
The CAS number of 2-Methylimidazole is 693-98-1.
What is the molecular formula of 2-Methylimidazole?
The molecular formula of 2-Methylimidazole is C4H6N2.
What is the molecular weight of 2-Methylimidazole?
The molecular weight of 2-Methylimidazole is 82.0531 g/mol.
What are the applications of 2-Methylimidazole?
2-Methylimidazole is used in heterocycle construction in medicinal chemistry and agrochemical discovery, as well as polymer chemistry and functional materials synthesis. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Product profile: commercial lots are supplied at 99%....
Where can I buy 2-Methylimidazole?
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Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for 2-Methylimidazole?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for 2-Methylimidazole and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.