Compound Q&A
How is 3H-Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine-7-carboxylic acid (CAS: 78316-08-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
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3H-Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine-7-carboxylic acid can be synthesized through multistep reactions starting with pyridine and imidazole. One common approach involves the reaction of imidazole with 4-bromopyridine followed by hydrolysis. The yield is around 70%, and the purity can be increased through recrystallization.
About
CAS No
78316-08-2
English Name
3H-Imidazo[4,5-b]pyridine-7-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C7H5N3O2
Molecular Weight
163.14 g/mol
SMILES
C1=CN=C2C(=C1C(=O)O)NC=N2
InChIKey
CEZJOKOKGRAPMR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-11-04 22:30
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