imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid, CAS No. 570-22-9

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570-22-9

Catalog No. EBD21731

CAS 570-22-9

Name imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid

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Basic Information

Synonyms: imidazol-4,5-dicarboxylicacid imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylicacid 4,5-Imidazoledicarboxylicacid 1H-Imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylicAcid 1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylate

Molecular Formula: C5H4N2O4

Molecular Weight: 156.1

MDL Number: MFCD00005200

Categories: Medicinal Chemistry > Pharmaceutical Intermediates > Heterocyclic Intermediates

Product Description:

Imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid is a heterocyclic compound featuring an imidazole ring substituted with two carboxylic acid groups at the 4 and 5 positions. It serves as a versatile and important building block in organic synthesis and medicinal chemistry. Its primary application is as a key intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and bioactive molecules. The dicarboxylic acid functionality allows for further derivatization into esters, amides, or other heterocyclic systems. It is notably used in the preparation of compounds with potential biological activities, including kinase inhibitors and other drug candidates targeting various diseases. As a bifunctional heterocyclic scaffold, it is a valuable precursor for constructing complex molecular architectures. Its properties and reactivity make it a subject of interest in research focused on developing new synthetic methodologies and exploring structure-activity relationships in drug discovery.

Physical Properties

Melting Point: 280-285 °C (dec.)(lit.)

Boiling Point: 631.1 °C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 335.5 °C

Density: 1,749 g/cm3

Solubility: soluble in ammonia or alkali solution, insoluble in water, ethanol, ethyl ether

Analytical Data

Appearance: light yellow to yellow-brown fine cryst. powder