CAS 4238-72-6

4-Benzylimidazole

Description:

4-Benzylimidazole is an organic compound characterized by its imidazole ring, which is a five-membered heterocyclic structure containing two nitrogen atoms. The presence of a benzyl group at the 4-position of the imidazole ring enhances its chemical properties, making it a versatile compound in various applications. It typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline solid and is soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol and dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO), but has limited solubility in water. 4-Benzylimidazole exhibits basic properties due to the nitrogen atoms in the imidazole ring, allowing it to participate in proton transfer reactions. This compound is of interest in medicinal chemistry and biochemistry, often studied for its potential as a pharmaceutical intermediate or as a ligand in coordination chemistry. Additionally, it may exhibit biological activity, including antifungal and antimicrobial properties, making it a subject of research in drug development. Safety data should be consulted for handling and storage, as with any chemical substance.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₀N₂

InChI: InChI=1S/C10H10N2/c1-2-4-9(5-3-1)6-10-7-11-8-12-10/h1-5,7-8H,6H2,(H,11,12)

InChI key: InChIKey=HREUGOAZLRNTEM-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(C1=CC=CC=C1)C2=CN=CN2

Synonyms:

• 1H-Imidazole, 4-(phenylmethyl)-
• 1H-Imidazole, 5-(phenylmethyl)-
• Imidazole, 4(or 5)-benzyl-
• 5-(Phenylmethyl)-1H-imidazole
• 4-Benzylimidazole

5-Benzyl-1H-imidazole

Controlled Product

CAS: 4238-72-6

Stability Hygroscopic
Applications 5-Benzyl-1H-imidazole (cas# 4238-72-6) is a useful research chemical.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₀N₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 158.2

Ref: TR-B411735

4-Benzyl-1H-imidazole

CAS: 4238-72-6

4-Benzyl-1H-imidazole is an imidazole derivative that is synthetically produced. It has been shown to inhibit β-glucosidase, which may be a byproduct of cancer cells. 4-Benzyl-1H-imidazole also inhibits the activity of the h3 receptor, which is found in human neutrophils and T cells. 4-Benzyl-1H-imidazole has antibacterial activity against gram positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus and Streptococcus pneumoniae, but not against gram negative bacteria such as Escherichia coli or Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Formula: C₁₀H₁₀N₂

Purity: Min. 95%

Molecular weight: 158.2 g/mol

Ref: 3D-EAA23872