CAS 20271-20-9
:methyl 4-nitro-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylate
Description:
Methyl 4-nitro-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylate is a chemical compound characterized by its imidazole ring, which is a five-membered heterocyclic structure containing two nitrogen atoms. This compound features a nitro group (-NO2) at the 4-position and a carboxylate group (-COOCH3) at the 5-position, contributing to its reactivity and potential applications in organic synthesis. It is typically a yellow to orange crystalline solid, exhibiting moderate solubility in polar organic solvents. The presence of the nitro group enhances its electrophilic character, making it useful in various chemical reactions, including nucleophilic substitutions and coupling reactions. Methyl 4-nitro-1H-imidazole-5-carboxylate can serve as a building block in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Its properties, such as melting point, boiling point, and specific reactivity, can vary based on environmental conditions and purity. As with many nitro compounds, it should be handled with care due to potential toxicity and environmental impact.
Formula:C5H5N3O4
InChI:InChI=1/C5H5N3O4/c1-12-5(9)3-4(8(10)11)7-2-6-3/h2H,1H3,(H,6,7)
SMILES:COC(=O)c1c([nH]cn1)N(=O)=O
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Found 4 products.
1H-Imidazole-4-carboxylic acid, 5-nitro-, methyl ester
CAS:Formula:C5H5N3O4Purity:97%Color and Shape:SolidMolecular weight:171.1109Methyl 5-Nitroimidazole-4-carboxylate
CAS:<p>Methyl 5-Nitroimidazole-4-carboxylate</p>Purity:≥95%Molecular weight:171.11g/molMethyl 5-nitro-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylate
CAS:<p>Versatile small molecule scaffold</p>Formula:C5H5N3O4Purity:Min. 95%Molecular weight:171.11 g/mol



