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CAS 4200-48-0

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1-Methylimidazole-5-acetic acid

Description:
1-Methylimidazole-5-acetic acid is an organic compound characterized by its imidazole ring structure, which is a five-membered heterocyclic ring containing two nitrogen atoms. This compound features a methyl group at the 1-position and an acetic acid functional group at the 5-position of the imidazole ring. It is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in water due to the presence of the carboxylic acid group, which can ionize in aqueous solutions. The compound exhibits properties typical of both imidazole derivatives and carboxylic acids, including potential biological activity and the ability to participate in various chemical reactions, such as esterification and amidation. Its unique structure allows it to act as a ligand in coordination chemistry and as a building block in the synthesis of more complex molecules. Additionally, 1-methylimidazole-5-acetic acid may have applications in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and materials science, although specific uses can vary based on ongoing research and development.
Formula:C6H8N2O2
InChI:InChI=1S/C6H8N2O2/c1-8-4-7-3-5(8)2-6(9)10/h3-4H,2H2,1H3,(H,9,10)
InChI key:InChIKey=UJCGYTCAMOHYCG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:C(C(O)=O)C=1N(C)C=NC1
Synonyms:
  • 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-5-acetic acid
  • 1-Methyl-5-imidazoleacetic acid
  • 1-Methylimidazole-5-acetic acid
  • 1-methyl-Imidazole-5-acetic acid
  • 1H-Imidazole-5-acetic acid, 1-methyl-
  • 2-(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)acetic acid
  • Imidazole-5-acetic acid, 1-methyl-
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