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4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole

Also known as: (2-Methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol, (2-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol, 2-Methylimidazole-4-methanol, 2-methyl-1H-imidazole-5-methanol, 1H-Imidazole-4-methanol, 2-methyl-, 1H-Imidazole-5-methanol, 2-methyl-, 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methylimidazole, (2-Methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)-methanol, 4-HYDROXYMETHYL-2-METHYL-1H-IMIDAZOLE

4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole (CAS 45533-87-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H8N2O and a molecular weight of 112.130 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 120-122ºC, a boiling point of 392.5±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 191.1±20.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
45533-87-7
Jingsj CID
J-1151916-7
Molecular Formula
C5H8N2O
Molecular Weight
112.130 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point120-122ºC
Boiling Point392.5±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point191.1±20.9 °C
Exact Mass112.063660
PSA48.91000
LogP-1.55
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.574

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 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole?

The CAS number of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole is 45533-87-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole?

4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole has molecular formula C5H8N2O and molecular weight 112.130 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole?

For 4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole, Upstream Products: 1,3-Dihydroxyacetone, Acetamidine hydrochloride, Ethyl acetimidate hydrochloride.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "4-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-methyl-1H-imidazole (CAS 45533-87-7)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1151916-7 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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