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2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid

Also known as: Imidazol-1-yl-acetic acid, 1H-Imidazole-1-acetic acid, 1H-Imidazol-1-ylacetic acid, 1-Imidazoleacetic acid, 1-(Carboxymethyl)imidazole, 2-imidazol-1-ylacetic acid, imidazole-1-acetic acid, imidazoleacetic acid, imidazolyl acetic acid, MFCD01721800, T5N CNJ A1VQ

2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid (CAS 22884-10-2) 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. Key properties include a melting point of 257-260 ºC, a boiling point of 392.1±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 190.9±23.2 °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.
22884-10-2
Jingsj CID
J-49826-0
Molecular Formula
C5H6N2O2
Molecular Weight
126.113 g/mol
Category
Pharma Intermediates
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point257-260 ºC
Boiling Point392.1±25.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.3±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point190.9±23.2 °C
Exact Mass126.042931
PSA55.12000
LogP-0.57
Vapor Pressure0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.588

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 2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid?

The CAS number of 2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid is 22884-10-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid?

2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid has molecular formula C5H6N2O2 and molecular weight 126.113 g/mol.

Is 2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid hazardous?

2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid 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 2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid?

For 2-(1H-imidazol-1-yl)acetic acid, Upstream Products: Methyl 1H-imidazol-1-ylacetate, Imidazole, Methyl chloroacetate; Downstream Products: Zoledronic acid.

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