1 Methylimidazole R Plus 99 Percent

1 Methylimidazole R Plus is a specialty chemical supplied for industrial synthesis pharmaceutical intermediates and controlled chemical manufacturing applications.

1-Methylimidazole (ReagentPlus®, $\geq$99%) is a high-purity, synthetic, colorless to light yellow liquid commonly used as a catalyst, solvent, or chemical intermediate

. It is widely used in chemical, pharmaceutical, and agricultural applications due to its stability.

Key Specifications and Properties

- CAS Number: 616-47-7
- Assay: $\geq$99% (GC)
- Form: Liquid
- Density: 1.03 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
- Boiling Point: 198 °C (lit.)
- Melting Point: -6 °C (lit.)
- Refractive Index:
  
  Solubility: Soluble in water
- Flash Point: 92 °C (Closed Cup)

Common Applications

- Catalysis: Used as a co-catalyst for Copper(I)/ABNO-catalyzed aerobic alcohol oxidation.
- Chemical Synthesis: Acts as a building block for pharmaceutical, dye, and pigment, agricultural, and rubber chemicals.
- Ionic Liquids: Utilized in the preparation of ionic liquids.

Safety and Handling

- Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive)
- Packing Group: II (Medium danger)
- Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed in a well-ventilated area.
- Safety Phrases: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Typical Ordering Information

Product Name: 1-Methylimidazole R Plus, ReagentPlus®, 99%
Supplier: Sigma-Aldrich/Merck (often listed under product numbers like M50834).
Alternative Names: 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole.