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1-butyl-1H-imidazole

Also known as: 1-butylimidazole, 1-n-butylimidazole, N-butylimidazole, butyl-N-imidazole, N-(n-butyl)imidazole

1-butyl-1H-imidazole (CAS 4316-42-1) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C7H12N2 and a molecular weight of 124.184 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 72ºC, a boiling point of 244.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 0.9±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 97.2±18.7 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
4316-42-1
Jingsj CID
J-19165-1
Molecular Formula
C7H12N2
Molecular Weight
124.184 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point72ºC
Boiling Point244.8±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density0.9±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point97.2±18.7 °C
Exact Mass124.100044
PSA17.82000
LogP1.38
Vapor Pressure0.0±0.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.508

GHS Safety & Compliance

Corrosion / IrritantSignal word: Danger
  • H315 — Causes skin irritation
  • H318 — Causes serious eye damage
  • 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 1-butyl-1H-imidazole?

The CAS number of 1-butyl-1H-imidazole is 4316-42-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-butyl-1H-imidazole?

1-butyl-1H-imidazole has molecular formula C7H12N2 and molecular weight 124.184 g/mol.

Is 1-butyl-1H-imidazole hazardous?

1-butyl-1H-imidazole has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 1-butyl-1H-imidazole?

For 1-butyl-1H-imidazole, Upstream Products: Imidazole, 1-Chlorobutane, 1-Butanol; Downstream Products: 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium methyl sulfate, 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium methanesulfonate, 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate.

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