(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol
Also known as: 1-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole, 1-Methyl-2-imidazolemethanol, 1-Methylimidazol-2-methanol, 2-Hydroxymethyl-1-methylimidazole, Imidazole-2-methanol, 1-methyl-, 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-methanol, (1-methylimidazol-2-yl)methanol
(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol (CAS 17334-08-6) 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 107-111ºC, a boiling point of 279.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 123.1±22.6 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 17334-08-6
- Jingsj CID
- J-1525389-1
- Molecular Formula
- C5H8N2O
- Molecular Weight
- 112.130 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 107-111ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 279.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 123.1±22.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 112.063660 |
| PSA | 38.05000 |
| LogP | -0.93 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.552 |
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-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol?
The CAS number of (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol is 17334-08-6.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol?
(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol has molecular formula C5H8N2O and molecular weight 112.130 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol?
For (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol, Upstream Products: 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carbaldehyde, 1-methylimidazole, Formaldehyde; Downstream Products: 2-(Chloromethyl)-1-methyl-1H-imidazole hydrochloride, 2-(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)ethanamine, 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carbaldehyde.
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