(2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol

Also known as: 2-Butyl-4-chloro-5-(hydroxymethyl)imidazole, 2-Butyl-4-chloro-5-(hydroxymethyl)-1H-imidazole, (2-butyl-4-chloro-1H-imidazol-5-yl)methanol, 2-Butyl-5-chloroimidazole-4-methanol, Losartan EP Impurity A, Losartan Impurity 1, MFCD01934397

(2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol (CAS 79047-41-9) is a compound in the Pharma Intermediates category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C8H13ClN2O and a molecular weight of 188.65500 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 147-151 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 407.7ºC at 760 mmHg and a density of 1.236g/cm3. 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.: 79047-41-9
Jingsj CID: J-34622-5
Molecular Formula: C₈H₁₃ClN₂O
Molecular Weight: 188.65500 g/mol
Category: Pharma Intermediates
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	147-151 °C(lit.)
Boiling Point	407.7ºC at 760 mmHg
Density	1.236g/cm3
Exact Mass	188.07200
PSA	48.91000
LogP	1.89800
Refractive Index	1.554
Storage Conditions	2-8°C

GHS Safety & Compliance

IrritantSignal word: Warning

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 (2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol?

The CAS number of (2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol is 79047-41-9.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol?

(2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol has molecular formula C8H13ClN2O and molecular weight 188.65500 g/mol.

Is (2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol hazardous?

(2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)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 (2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol?

For (2-Butyl-5-chloro-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol, Upstream Products: 2-Butyl-4-chloro-5-benzyloxymethyl-1H-imidazole, 1,4-Dioxane, (2-butyl-1H-imidazol-4-yl)methanol; Downstream Products: 2-Butyl-4-chloro-5-formylimidazole, Trityllosartan, Trityl losartan.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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