1-Benzyl-5-hydroxymethyl-1H-imidazole

Also known as: (1-benzyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol, 1-Benzyl-5-(hydroxymethyl)imidazole, 1-Benzyl-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole, 1H-Imidazole-5-methanol,1-(phenylmethyl)-, RARECHEM AL BD 1262, [3-(phenylmethyl)-4-imidazolyl]methanol, (3-Benzyl-3H-imidazol-4-yl)-methanol, (3-benzylimidazol-4-yl)methanol

1-Benzyl-5-hydroxymethyl-1H-imidazole (CAS 80304-50-3) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C11H12N2O and a molecular weight of 188.226 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 133-134ºC, a boiling point of 402.2±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 197.0±23.2 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 80304-50-3
Jingsj CID: J-1455454-2
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₂N₂O
Molecular Weight: 188.226 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	133-134ºC
Boiling Point	402.2±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	197.0±23.2 °C
Exact Mass	188.094955
PSA	38.05000
LogP	0.40
Vapor Pressure	0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.592

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code	2933290090
Summary	2933290090. 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-Benzyl-5-hydroxymethyl-1H-imidazole?

The CAS number of 1-Benzyl-5-hydroxymethyl-1H-imidazole is 80304-50-3.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Benzyl-5-hydroxymethyl-1H-imidazole?

1-Benzyl-5-hydroxymethyl-1H-imidazole has molecular formula C11H12N2O and molecular weight 188.226 g/mol.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

How to cite: Jingsj. "1-Benzyl-5-hydroxymethyl-1H-imidazole (CAS 80304-50-3)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1455454-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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