Compound Q&A
What is 1H-Imidazole-4-carboxylic acid (CAS: 1072-84-0)?
Answer
1H-Imidazole-4-carboxylic acid is a heterocyclic organic compound with the molecular formula C4H5N2O2. It is a white crystalline solid that is typically used as an intermediate in the synthesis of various pharmaceuticals and chemicals. The compound exhibits basic properties due to the presence of the imidazole ring, and it is soluble in polar solvents such as water and ethanol.
About
CAS No
1072-84-0
English Name
1H-Imidazole-4-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C4H4N2O2
Molecular Weight
112.09 g/mol
SMILES
C1=C(NC=N1)C(=O)O
InChIKey
NKWCGTOZTHZDHB-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09