Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid (CAS: 19485-38-2)?
Answer
1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 218.14 g/mol. It has a low solubility in water but excellent solubility in organic solvents. The compound is moderately reactive, particularly in acidic conditions, and can participate in esterification and amide formation reactions.
About
CAS No
19485-38-2
English Name
1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-4,5-dicarboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H6N2O4
Molecular Weight
170.12399999999997 g/mol
SMILES
CN1C=NC(=C1C(=O)O)C(=O)O
InChIKey
YARDQACXPOQDMO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-10-10 21:10
