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2-Methylimidazole
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2-Methylimidazole is a heterocyclic organic compound primarily used as a curing agent in epoxy resins, a corrosion inhibitor, and in pharmaceutical synthesis. It appears as a white to slightly yellow crystalline solid with a faint ammonia-like odor. This chemical has a CAS number of 693-98-1, a molecular formula of C4H6N2, and a molecular weight of 82.10 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a "Danger" signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies 2-Methylimidazole from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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500 g — £107.20 per pack ex VAT · £128.64 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white crystal powder |
| Melting Point | Between 140.0°C and 146.0°C |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Assay | ≥99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 155 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Solid |
| Melting Point | 144 °C |
| Boiling Point | 267 °C |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Very soluble in ethanol |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.01 mmHg |
| pKa | pKa = 7.86 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.24 |
Source: PubChem CID 12749 (HSDB, Haz-Map)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 42105959 |
| CAS Number | 693-98-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-methyl-1H-imidazole |
| EC Number | 211-765-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H6N2 |
| Molecular Weight | 82.10 |
| Exact Mass | 82.0531 |
| SMILES | CC1=NC=CN1 |
| InChIKey | LXBGSDVWAMZHDD-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C4H6N2/c1-4-5-2-3-6-4/h2-3H,1H3,(H,5,6) |
| PubChem CID | 12749 |
| UN Number | UN3263 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933299000 |
| Tariff Code | 2933299090 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H314 (sub cat. 1C) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
- H360Df May damage the unborn child. Suspected of damaging fertility.
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- 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
- 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)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1H-Imidazole, 2-methyl-
- 2-Methyl-1H-imidazole
- 2-Methylglyoxaline
- 2MZ
- CUREZOL-2MZ-P
- EPICURE-MI 2
- EPIKURE-MI 2
- IMICURE-AMI 2
- Imidazole, 2-methyl-
Frequently asked questions
What is 2-Methylimidazole commonly used for?
2-Methylimidazole is primarily used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, a catalyst in polyurethane foams, and as a building block in pharmaceutical and agrochemical synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of 2-Methylimidazole?
The chemical formula is **C4H6N2**, and the molecular weight is **82.10 g/mol**.
How should 2-Methylimidazole be stored?
Store in a tightly sealed container at **ambient temperature**, away from moisture, heat, and incompatible substances.
What grades or purity levels of 2-Methylimidazole does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **technical grade** and **high-purity (99%+)** 2-Methylimidazole, depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply 2-Methylimidazole in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide **bulk quantities** (drums, IBCs, or custom packaging) for industrial and large-scale applications.
What documentation comes with an order of 2-Methylimidazole?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS/SDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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