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5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole

Also known as: 5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methyl-1H-imidazole, 1-ethyl-2-methyl-5-chloroimidazole, 1-ethyl-2-methyl-5-chlorimidazole, 1-ethyl-5-chlor-2-methyl-imidazol, 1H-Imidazole, 5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methyl-, 1-Aethyl-5-chlor-2-methyl-1H-imidazol, 1-Athyl-2-methyl-5-chloroimidazole, MFCD00074901, EINECS 225-520-7

5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole (CAS 4897-22-7) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H9ClN2 and a molecular weight of 144.60200 g/mol. Key properties include a boiling point of 101ºC12 mm Hg(lit.), a density of 1.141 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.) and a flash point of 96.1 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Nov 2, 2026.

CAS No.
4897-22-7
Jingsj CID
J-16683-6
Molecular Formula
C6H9ClN2
Molecular Weight
144.60200 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
11/2/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Boiling Point101ºC12 mm Hg(lit.)
Density1.141 g/mL at 25ºC(lit.)
Flash Point96.1 °C
Exact Mass144.04500
PSA17.82000
LogP1.86480
Refractive Indexn20/D 1.499(lit.)

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

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 5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole?

The CAS number of 5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole is 4897-22-7.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole?

5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole has molecular formula C6H9ClN2 and molecular weight 144.60200 g/mol.

Is 5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole hazardous?

5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole?

For 5-chloro-1-ethyl-2-methylimidazole, Upstream Products: N,N'-Diethyloxamide; Downstream Products: 1-ethyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium iodide, Ammonia, Ethylamine.

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