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2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate

Also known as: 1H-Imidazole-1-ethanol, 2-methyl-5-nitro-, methanesulfonate (ester), 2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1-imidazolyl)ethyl methanesulfonate, 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethanol methanesulfonate, 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethyl methanesulfonate, 2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole-1-ethyl methanesulphonate, methanesulfonic acid 2-(2-methyl-5-nitro-1-imidazolyl)ethyl ester, MY-40.20, MY-40/20, EINECS 250-323-8

2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate (CAS 30746-54-4) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H11N3O5S and a molecular weight of 249.24400 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 522.6ºC at 760mmHg, a density of 1.53g/cm3 and a flash point of 269.9ºC. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
30746-54-4
Jingsj CID
J-1585755-3
Molecular Formula
C7H11N3O5S
Molecular Weight
249.24400 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point522.6ºC at 760mmHg
Density1.53g/cm3
Flash Point269.9ºC
Exact Mass249.04200
PSA115.39000
LogP1.67990
Refractive Index1.6

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 2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate?

The CAS number of 2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate is 30746-54-4.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate?

2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate has molecular formula C7H11N3O5S and molecular weight 249.24400 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate?

For 2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate, Upstream Products: Metronidazole; Downstream Products: 1-(2-bromoethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole, 1-(2-Iodoethyl)-2-methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazole.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "2-(2-Methyl-5-nitro-1H-imidazol-1-yl)ethyl methanesulfonate (CAS 30746-54-4)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-1585755-3 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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