1-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole

1-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole - Names and Identifiers

Name	(1-methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol
Synonyms	RARECHEM AL BD 0638 1-Methyl-1H-Imidazol-2-yl 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-methanol (1-METHYL-1H-IMIDAZOL-2-YL)METHANOL (1-methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol (1-Methyl-1H-iMidazole-2-yl)Methanol (1-methyl-1H-imidazole-2-yl)methanol 1-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole 2-(HYDROXYMETHYL)-1-METHYL-1H-IMIDAZOLE
CAS	17334-08-6
EINECS	803-185-3
InChI	InChI=1/C5H8N2O/c1-7-3-2-6-5(7)4-8/h2-3,8H,4H2,1H3

1-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole - Physico-chemical Properties

Molecular Formula	C5H8N2O
Molar Mass	112.13
Density	1.16±0.1 g/cm3(Predicted)
Melting Point	116-119°C
Boling Point	145 °C(Press: 1 Torr)
Flash Point	123.1°C
Water Solubility	Slightly soluble in water.
Vapor Presure	0.00187mmHg at 25°C
Appearance	White solid
Color	White to Almost white
pKa	13.41±0.10(Predicted)
Storage Condition	Inert atmosphere,Room Temperature
Refractive Index	1.552
MDL	MFCD00964673

1-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole - Risk and Safety

Hazard Symbols	Xi - Irritant
Risk Codes	36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Description	S26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection
Hazard Class	IRRITANT

1-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole - Introduction

methanol (MMI) is an organic compound that has the following properties:

1. Appearance: white to yellow crystalline solid.
2. Solubility: soluble in water, alcohol and ether solvents.

MMI has a wide range of applications in the laboratory and industry, including the following:

1. Catalyst: As a catalyst for organic reactions, for example, the formation of electrophiles and the acceleration of catalytic reactions.
2. Reagent: used for oxidation, carbonylation, polyol saccharification and cracking reactions.
3. Mild base: used as neutral or weak base agent in organic synthesis.

The preparation method of MMI can usually be carried out through the following steps:

1. Methyl imidazole was prepared by methylating reaction of methyl trichlorosilane and imidazole.
2. Under alkaline conditions, use persulfuric acid or other oxidizing agents to oxidize methyl imidazole to form (phenyl) methanol.

when using MMI, you need to pay attention to its security information:

1. Toxicity: MMI is irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract, direct contact should be avoided.
2. Storage: MMI should be stored in a dry, well-ventilated place, away from fire and oxidant.
3. Waste treatment: waste MMI should be treated in accordance with local regulations to avoid environmental pollution.

In General, (methanol) is a commonly used organic reagent, which has a wide range of applications in organic chemical synthesis.

Last Update：2024-04-10 22:41:03