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1-Methylimidazole (1-MI)
- SKU:
- BP433030
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a colorless to yellow liquid compound featuring a heterocyclic aromatic structure, where a nitrogen atom is substituted with a methyl group at the N-1 position of the imidazole ring. This organic compound is characterized by its sharp, ammonia-like odor and is soluble in water, alcohols, and other organic solvents. 1-Methylimidazole is widely used in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and as a catalyst and solvent in polymerization and epoxy resin curing processes. Its unique chemical properties, including basicity and ability to act as a nucleophile, make it a valuable reagent in organic synthesis and material science applications.
Applications
Intermediate used in the production of:
- Pharmaceuticals
- Pesticides
- Ion exchange resins
- Photographic chemicals
- Dye
Used as a catalyst for:
- Hardeners for epoxy resins
- Catalyst for polyurethanes
Properties
Melting Temperature, °C.......... -2
Boiling Temperature, °C.......... 198
Density at 20°C, g/cm3.......... 1
Flash Point, °C.......... 92
Ignition Temperature, °C.......... 525