Cimetidine EP Impurity I

Name: Cimetidine EP Impurity I
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-024969

About Cimetidine EP Impurity I

Cimetidine EP Impurity I (CAS 29636-87-1) is a pharmacopeial impurity of Cimetidine offered by Vaqora Chemicals. The compound has the formula C5H8N2O, corresponding to a molecular weight of 112.13 g/mol. The IUPAC name is (5-methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol. Common synonyms include 4-Hydroxymethyl-5-methylimidazole and Cimetidine Hydrochloride - Impurity I.

It is supplied as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

As a characterised impurity of Cimetidine, it is used for analytical method development, method validation (AMV) and routine quality-control testing, and it supports ANDA and DMF regulatory filings. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

We offer Cimetidine EP Impurity I in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Pharmacopeial method verification
Impurity profiling
QC release testing
ANDA / DMF filings

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Cimetidine EP Impurity I
Catalogue No.	VQ-024969
CAS Number	29636-87-1
IUPAC name	(5-methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol
Molecular formula	C₅H₈N₂O
Molecular weight	112.13 g/mol
Exact mass	112.0637
Grade	Reference Standard
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	AXJZCJSXNZZMDU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC1=C(N=CN1)CO
PubChem CID	122433

Physical properties
Physical form	Solid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 2
TPSA	48.9 Å²
Synonyms	4-Hydroxymethyl-5-methylimidazole, Cimetidine Hydrochloride - Impurity I, 4-hydroxymethyl-5-methyl-1H-imidazole, 1H-Imidazole-4-methanol, 5-methyl-, (4-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol, 1H-Imidazole-5-methanol, 4-methyl-, 5-Methyl-1H-imidazole-4-methanol, 4-methyl-5-hydroxymethylimidazole, Imidazole-4-methanol, 5-methyl-, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-5-methyl-1H-imidazole, 1H-imidazole-4-methanol, 5-methyl-, hydrochloride, 4-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methylimidazole hydrochloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, P337 + P317, P363, 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 Cimetidine EP Impurity I?

The CAS Registry Number of Cimetidine EP Impurity I is 29636-87-1. It is also known as 4-Hydroxymethyl-5-methylimidazole, Cimetidine Hydrochloride - Impurity I, 4-hydroxymethyl-5-methyl-1H-imidazole.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Cimetidine EP Impurity I?

Cimetidine EP Impurity I has the molecular formula C5H8N2O and a molecular weight of 112.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (5-methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol.

What is Cimetidine EP Impurity I used for?

Cimetidine EP Impurity I is supplied as a characterised reference material related to Cimetidine. It is used for analytical method development and validation (AMV), impurity profiling, stability studies and quality control, and in ANDA/DMF regulatory filings.

Which grade and pack sizes of Cimetidine EP Impurity I can I order?

We supply Cimetidine EP Impurity I in Reference Standard grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Cimetidine EP Impurity I?

Yes. Every lot of Cimetidine EP Impurity I 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 Cimetidine EP Impurity I be shipped internationally?

Yes. Cimetidine EP Impurity I 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.