Compound Q&A
How is 4-Bromo-1-methyl-1H-imidazole-5-carbaldehyde (CAS: 141524-74-5) typically synthesized?
Answer
4-Bromo-1-methyl-1H-imidazole-5-carbaldehyde can be synthesized via bromination of 1-methyl-1H-imidazole-5-carbaldehyde using N-bromosuccinimide (NBS) as the brominating agent. The reaction requires mild heating and is performed in an inert atmosphere to prevent side reactions. The yield is typically high, and the product can be purified by recrystallization from ethanol.
About
CAS No
141524-74-5
English Name
4-Bromo-1-methyl-1H-imidazole-5-carbaldehyde
Molecular Formula
C5H5BrN2O
Molecular Weight
189.012 g/mol
SMILES
CN1C=NC(=C1C=O)Br
InChIKey
MBLIXONXVCDFMO-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-25 08:48
