5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98%

Name: 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-012250

About 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98%

Listed under CAS 14003-66-8, 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole is an azole building block available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98% purity. Its molecular formula is C4H5N3O2 and its molecular weight is 127.1 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 4-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole. Alternative names: 4-Methyl-5-nitroimidazole and 1H-Imidazole, 4-methyl-5-nitro-.

In its supplied form it is white to tan powder or chunks. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for fine chemical synthesis and organic synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and agrochemical production.

Standard pack sizes are 1 g, 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Fine chemical synthesis
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-012250
CAS Number	14003-66-8
IUPAC name	4-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole
Molecular formula	C₄H₅N₃O₂
Molecular weight	127.1 g/mol
Exact mass	127.0382
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29221990
InChIKey	WSYOWIMKNNMEMZ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(NC=N1)[N+](=O)[O-]
PubChem CID	86278103

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to tan powder or chunks
LogP (XLogP3)	0.2
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	74.5 Å²
Synonyms	4-Methyl-5-nitroimidazole, 1H-Imidazole, 4-methyl-5-nitro-, Imidazole, 4-methyl-5-nitro-, Imidazole, 5-methyl-4-nitro-, Imidazole, 4(or 5)-methyl-5(or 4)-nitro-, Imidazole, 4(or 5)-methyl-5(or 4)-nitro-(7CI), 5-methyl-4-nitro-1H-imidazole, RP 8549, 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98%

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98% is 14003-66-8. It is also known as 4-Methyl-5-nitroimidazole, 1H-Imidazole, 4-methyl-5-nitro-, Imidazole, 4-methyl-5-nitro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98%?

5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98% has the molecular formula C4H5N3O2 and a molecular weight of 127.1 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 4-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole.

Which grade and pack sizes of 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98% can I order?

We supply 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98% in (98%) grade, in 1 g, 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 5-Methyl-4-nitroimidazole, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.