1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid

1-甲基-1H-咪唑-2-羧酸

Also known as: 1-Methylimidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 1-Methyl-1H-2-imidazolecarboxylic acid, Imidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 1-methyl-, 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid (main), RARECHEM AL BE 0638, IFLAB-BB F2124-0530, CHEMBRDG-BB 4401397

1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid (CAS 20485-43-2) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H6N2O2 and a molecular weight of 126.113 g/mol. It is also known as 1-Methylimidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 1-Methyl-1H-2-imidazolecarboxylic acid and Imidazole-2-carboxylic acid, 1-methyl-. Key properties include a melting point of 104 °C, a boiling point of 339.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 159.1±23.2 °C. GHS signal word: Warning. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
20485-43-2
Jingsj CID
J-1990789-3
Molecular Formula
C5H6N2O2
Chinese Name
1-甲基-1H-咪唑-2-羧酸
Molecular Weight
126.113 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point104 °C
Boiling Point339.4±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point159.1±23.2 °C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid?

The CAS number of 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid is 20485-43-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid?

1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid has molecular formula C5H6N2O2 and molecular weight 126.113 g/mol.

Is 1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid hazardous?

1-Methyl-1H-imidazole-2-carboxylic acid has GHS signal word Warning.

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