Description
3-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)propan-1-ol (CAS No. 49549-75-9) is a high-purity organic compound with the molecular formula C6H10N2O, widely utilized in biochemical and pharmaceutical research. This derivative of imidazole features a hydroxyl-terminated propyl chain, making it a valuable intermediate for synthesizing bioactive molecules, ligands, and coordination complexes. Its IUPAC name, 3-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)propan-1-ol, reflects its structural specificity. The compound is supplied as a crystalline solid or solution, with rigorous QC ensuring ≥95% purity (HPLC). Ideal for controlled reactions, it is packaged under inert conditions to guarantee stability. Synonyms include 3-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)-1-propanol and 811-422-7.
Properties
- CAS Number: 49549-75-9
- Complexity: 77.5
- IUPAC Name: 3-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)propan-1-ol
- InChI: InChI=1S/C6H10N2O/c9-3-1-2-6-4-7-5-8-6/h4-5,9H,1-3H2,(H,7,8)
- InChI Key: DKFVEDKCRIZEEM-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 126.079312947
- Molecular Formula: C6H10N2O
- Molecular Weight: 126.16
- SMILES: C1=C(NC=N1)CCCO
- Topological: 48.9
- Monoisotopic Mass: 126.079312947
- Synonyms: 3-(1H-IMIDAZOL-4-YL)PROPAN-1-OL, 811-422-7, 49549-75-9, 3-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)propan-1-ol, 3-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)-1-propanol, 3-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)-propan-1-ol, 3-(1H-imidazol-4-yl)propanol, CHEMBL555594, 4-(3-hydroxypropyl)-1H-imidazole, MFCD03840593, 3-(4-imidazolyl) propanol, SCHEMBL599513, SCHEMBL649132, SCHEMBL1260121, SCHEMBL1515166, SCHEMBL1515167, SCHEMBL2011526, CHEMBL1195926, DTXSID00341384, BDBM50408042, AKOS006237653, 3-(1H-Imidazol-4-yl)-1-propanol #, AC-25678, DA-05498, CS-0197604, EN300-1816933
Application
This compound serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of histamine analogs and enzyme inhibitors, particularly in studies targeting histidine decarboxylase. Its imidazole moiety enables metal coordination, facilitating applications in catalysis and material science. Researchers also employ it to modify peptides or polymers for drug delivery systems.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
- H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
- Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
- STOT SE 3 (100%)
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