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1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole

Also known as: 1-(diethoxymethyl)-1H-imidazole, 1-(1,1-diethoxymethyl)-1H-imidazole, 1-DEM-imidazole, 1-(diethoxy)methylimidazole, 1-bis(ethoxy)methylimidazole, N-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole

1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole (CAS 61278-81-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H14N2O2 and a molecular weight of 170.20900 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 259.7ºC at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.041 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 110.9ºC. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed, H315 — Causes skin irritation and H319 — Causes serious eye irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
61278-81-7
Jingsj CID
J-1051580-7
Molecular Formula
C8H14N2O2
Molecular Weight
170.20900 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point259.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density1.041 g/mL at 20ºC(lit.)
Flash Point110.9ºC
Exact Mass170.10600
PSA36.28000
LogP1.41220
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.464

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H302 — Harmful if swallowed
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2933290090
Summary2933290090. other compounds containing an unfused imidazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole?

The CAS number of 1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole is 61278-81-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole?

1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole has molecular formula C8H14N2O2 and molecular weight 170.20900 g/mol.

Is 1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole hazardous?

1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H302 — Harmful if swallowed; H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole?

For 1-(diethoxymethyl)imidazole, Upstream Products: Imidazole, Triethyl orthoformate, n-Butyllithium; Downstream Products: 2-Butylimidazole, 1H-Imidazol-2-yl(phenyl)methanol, Imidazole.

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