Imidazole-4-methanol
Also known as: 4-(Hydroxymethyl)imidazole, 1H-Imidazol-4-ylmethanol, 1H-Imidazole-4-methanol, 1H-imidazol-5-ylmethanol, 4(5)-(Hydroxymethyl)imidazole, 4-Hydroxymethylimidazole, 4-hydroxymethylglyoxaline, Imidazol-4-ylmethanol
Imidazole-4-methanol (CAS 822-55-9) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H6N2O and a molecular weight of 98.103 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 88-92, a boiling point of 393.7±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 191.9±20.9 °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 Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 822-55-9
- Jingsj CID
- J-22030-4
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6N2O
- Molecular Weight
- 98.103 g/mol
- Category
- Pharma Intermediates
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 88-92 |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 393.7±17.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 191.9±20.9 °C |
| Exact Mass | 98.048012 |
| PSA | 48.91000 |
| LogP | -1.34 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.590 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2933290090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2933290090. 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 Imidazole-4-methanol?
The CAS number of Imidazole-4-methanol is 822-55-9.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Imidazole-4-methanol?
Imidazole-4-methanol has molecular formula C4H6N2O and molecular weight 98.103 g/mol.
Is Imidazole-4-methanol hazardous?
Imidazole-4-methanol 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 Imidazole-4-methanol?
For Imidazole-4-methanol, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, 1,4-Dioxane, Ethyl 1H-imidazole-4-carboxylate; Downstream Products: (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol, (1-Methyl-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol, 1-Trityl-1H-imidazole-4-methanol.
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