Compound Q&A
What are the physical and chemical properties of 1,5-Dimethyl-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid (CAS: 80304-42-3)?
Answer
1,5-Dimethyl-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid is a crystalline solid with a molecular weight of approximately 154.18 g/mol. It has a solubility of about 1.4 g/100 mL in water at 20°C. The compound is known for its moderate reactivity, particularly in its ability to form complexes with various metal ions. It exhibits good basicity due to the imidazole ring, and its carboxylic acid functionality allows for esterification and other acid-base reactions.
About
CAS No
80304-42-3
English Name
1,5-Dimethyl-1H-imidazole-4-carboxylic acid
Molecular Formula
C6H8N2O2
Molecular Weight
140.14 g/mol
SMILES
O=C(C1=C(C)N(C)C=N1)O
InChIKey
MJWMSFLDPWTOSC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-12-28 14:56
