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2-Methyl-4(5)-nitroimidazole

SKU 90036640 CAS 696-23-1 Available on enquiry

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2-Methyl-4(5)-nitroimidazole is a chemical intermediate primarily used in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds and antimicrobial agents. This product is identified by CAS number 696-23-1 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies 2-Methyl-4(5)-nitroimidazole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90036640
CAS Number
696-23-1
IUPAC Name
2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole
EC Number
211-790-3
Exact Mass
127.0382
SMILES
CC1=NC=C(N1)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey
FFYTTYVSDVWNMY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C4H5N3O2/c1-3-5-2-4(6-3)7(8)9/h2H,1H3,(H,5,6)
PubChem CID
12760

Synonyms

  • 1H-Imidazole, 2-methyl-4-nitro-
  • 1H-Imidazole, 2-methyl-5-nitro-
  • 2-methyl-4-nitro-3H-imidazole
  • 2-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole
  • 2-methyl-4(or 5)-nitroimidazole
  • 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole
  • 2-Methyl-5-nitroimidazole
  • Imidazole, 2-methyl-4-nitro-
  • Menidazole
  • RP 8532

Frequently asked questions

What is 2-Methyl-4(5)-nitroimidazole used for?

It is primarily used as a chemical intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceutical compounds and antimicrobial agents.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Methyl-4(5)-nitroimidazole?

The chemical formula is C4H5N3O2 and the molecular weight is 127.10 g/mol.

How should 2-Methyl-4(5)-nitroimidazole be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly closed container, away from incompatible substances.

What grade of 2-Methyl-4(5)-nitroimidazole is available?

Please contact our sales team to discuss the specific purity grades and specifications currently available for this product.

Can Molekula supply 2-Methyl-4(5)-nitroimidazole in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply this product in bulk quantities tailored to your specific manufacturing or research requirements.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full regulatory compliance.

Related products

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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