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1-Methylimidazole
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1-Methylimidazole is a heterocyclic organic compound used as a catalyst, solvent, and intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and polymers. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a sharp odor. CAS: 616-47-7, Molecular Formula: C4H6N2, Molecular Weight: 82.11 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies 1-Methylimidazole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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500 g — $108.20 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to yellowish liquid (Visual) |
| Water | ≤ 0.5% (Karl Fischer) |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% (GC) |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference (Infrared-Spectroscopy) |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 92 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 (6.1) |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | -6 °C |
| Boiling Point | 195.5 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.47 mmHg |
| pKa | pKa = 6.95 (at 25 °C) |
Source: PubChem CID 1390 (DrugBank, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 28975655 |
| CAS Number | 616-47-7 |
| IUPAC Name | 1-methylimidazole |
| EC Number | 210-484-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H6N2 |
| Molecular Weight | 82.11 |
| Exact Mass | 82.0531 |
| SMILES | CN1C=CN=C1 |
| InChIKey | MCTWTZJPVLRJOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H6N2/c1-6-3-2-5-4-6/h2-4H,1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 1390 |
| UN Number | UN2922 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29332990 |
| Tariff Code | 2933299090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Toxic
GHS06
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H227 Combustible liquid
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H311 Toxic in contact with skin
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H361d Suspected of damaging fertility. Suspected of damaging the unborn child.
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- 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
- P361 Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium
- 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole
- 1-methylimdazole
- 1-methylimidazol
- 1H-Imidazole, 1-methyl-
- IMIDAZOLE, 1-METHYL-
- N-methylimidazol
- N-Methylimidazole
- N1-Methylimidazole
Frequently asked questions
What is 1-Methylimidazole used for?
It is commonly used as a catalyst in the production of polyurethane foams and as an intermediate in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 1-Methylimidazole?
The formula is C4H6N2 with a molecular weight of 82.11 g/mol.
How should 1-Methylimidazole be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and incompatible materials.
What grade of 1-Methylimidazole does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies 1-Methylimidazole in technical grade; custom grades available upon request.
Can Molekula supply 1-Methylimidazole in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply 1-Methylimidazole in bulk quantities; please contact sales for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of 1-Methylimidazole?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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