(1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)methanol

1-甲基-2-羟甲基-1H-咪唑

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. It is also known as 1-Methyl-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole, 1-Methyl-2-imidazolemethanol and 1-Methylimidazol-2-methanol. 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-1525389-3
Molecular Formula
C5H8N2O
Chinese Name
1-甲基-2-羟甲基-1H-咪唑
Molecular Weight
112.130 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point107-111ºC
Boiling Point279.9±23.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point123.1±22.6 °C

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.

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