Molekula
1-Acetylimidazole
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1-Acetylimidazole is a heterocyclic organic compound used as a reagent in synthetic chemistry, particularly in acetylation reactions and as a building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. CAS: 2466-76-4, Molecular Formula: C5H6N2O, Molecular Weight: 110.11 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 1-Acetylimidazole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £60.70 per pack ex VAT · £72.84 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystal |
| Melting Point | 95 - 105 Deg C |
| Assay | >98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 0 °C |
| Transport Class | Not regulated |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 17909705 |
| CAS Number | 2466-76-4 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-imidazol-1-ylethanone |
| EC Number | 219-577-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C5H6N2O |
| Molecular Weight | 110.11 |
| Exact Mass | 110.048 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)N1C=CN=C1 |
| InChIKey | VIHYIVKEECZGOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C5H6N2O/c1-5(8)7-3-2-6-4-7/h2-4H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 17174 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2933.29.9000 |
| Tariff Code | 2933299090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethan-1-one
- 1-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethanone
- 1-Acetyl-1H-imidazole
- 1-imidazol-1-ylethanone
- 1H-Imidazole, 1-acetyl-
- 3-acetylimidazole
- Acetylimidazole
- Ethanone, 1-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)-
- IMIDAZOLE, 1-ACETYL-
- N-Acetylimidazole
Frequently asked questions
What is 1-Acetylimidazole used for?
1-Acetylimidazole is primarily used as a reagent in organic synthesis, particularly for acetylation reactions and as a building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1-Acetylimidazole?
The chemical formula is C5H6N2O with a molecular weight of 110.11 g/mol.
How should 1-Acetylimidazole be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between 2 and 8 °C, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available for 1-Acetylimidazole?
Molekula offers 1-Acetylimidazole in technical grade; custom purity grades may be available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1-Acetylimidazole in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 1-Acetylimidazole in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of 1-Acetylimidazole?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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