1-Isopropylimidazole (CAS 4532-96-1)
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1-Isopropylimidazole (1-IPI) is an organic compound belonging to the imidazole family. This colorless and volatile liquid exhibits a boiling point of 101°C and a melting point of -80°C. With a molecular formula of C4H7N2 and a molecular weight of 87.11 g/mol, 1-Isopropylimidazole plays a significant role in organic synthesis, enabling the preparation of diverse compounds. The scientific research community extensively utilizes 1-Isopropylimidazole due to its wide-ranging applications. Additionally, 1-Isopropylimidazole serves as a valuable reagent in the synthesis of heterocyclic compounds like imidazoles, benzimidazoles, and indoles. Furthermore, its utility extends to the synthesis of polymers, dyes, and catalysts.In chemical reactions, 1-Isopropylimidazole acts as an electrophile, participating in several significant processes. For instance, it partakes in the Knoevenagel condensation, where it reacts with an amine to establish a novel carbon-nitrogen bond. In the Biginelli reaction, it reacts with an aldehyde or ketone to form a fresh carbon-oxygen bond. Finally, in the Fischer indole synthesis, 1-Isopropylimidazole reacts with an amine to generate a novel carbon-nitrogen bond.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
1-Isopropylimidazole, 1 g | sc-460941 | 1 g | $22.00 |