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(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol (CAS 38993-84-9)

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Alternate Names:
5-(Hydroxymethyl)-1-methyl-1H-imidazole
CAS Number:
38993-84-9
Molecular Weight:
112.13
Molecular Formula:
C5H8N2O
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol is a derivative of imidazole, a five-membered heterocyclic ring containing three carbon atoms, two nitrogen atoms, and one hydrogen atom. In biochemistry, (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol as a ligand in coordination chemistry, where it can coordinate to metal ions and form stable complexes. (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol its role as a precursor in the synthesis of histidine, an amino acid involved in various biochemical processes such as protein synthesis and enzyme catalysis. (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol exhibits antioxidant properties, making it in the study of oxidative stress and its impact on cellular function. The unique structure and reactivity of (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol make it an important component in the field of biochemistry, where it is utilized for various study and industrial applications.


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(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol, 1 g

sc-258771
1 g
$172.00