1-Methylimidazole, 99%

Name: 1-Methylimidazole, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002584

About 1-Methylimidazole, 99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies 1-Methylimidazole in Puriss grade, an enzyme / protein reagent registered under CAS number 616-47-7 with a typical assay of 99%. The compound has the formula C4H6N2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 82.1 g/mol. It is also known as 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole or N-Methylimidazole.

The material typically appears as a colourless to yellow liquid. Literature values give a melting point of -6 °C and a boiling point of 198 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for enzymatic assays, enzyme inhibition studies, protein research and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Available in 100 g, 500 g, 50 kg and 199 kg packs, 1-Methylimidazole is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Enzymatic assays
Enzyme inhibition studies
Protein research
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-Methylimidazole, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-002584
CAS Number	616-47-7
IUPAC name	1-methylimidazole
Molecular formula	C₄H₆N₂
Molecular weight	82.1 g/mol
Exact mass	82.0531
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29332990
InChIKey	MCTWTZJPVLRJOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CN1C=CN=C1
PubChem CID	1390

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to yellow liquid
Melting point	-6 °C
Boiling point	198 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	17.8 Å²
UN number	UN 3267
Synonyms	1-Methyl-1H-imidazole, N-Methylimidazole, 1H-Imidazole, 1-methyl-, 1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium, N-methylimidazol, 1-methylimidazol, n-methyl imidazole, 1-methyl-imidazole, 1-methylimdazole, N1-Methylimidazole, Araldite DY 070, 3-methylimidazole

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H312Harmful in contact with skin
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P362 + P364, 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 1-Methylimidazole, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-Methylimidazole, 99% is 616-47-7. It is also known as 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole, N-Methylimidazole, 1H-Imidazole, 1-methyl-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Methylimidazole, 99%?

1-Methylimidazole, 99% has the molecular formula C4H6N2 and a molecular weight of 82.1 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-methylimidazole.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1-Methylimidazole, 99% can I order?

We supply 1-Methylimidazole, 99% in Puriss (99%) grade, in 100 g, 500 g, 50 kg, 199 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1-Methylimidazole, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 1-Methylimidazole, 99% 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 1-Methylimidazole, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-Methylimidazole, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 3267), 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.