2-Methylimidazole

Description

1. Product Overview
   2-Methylimidazole is a high-purity heterocyclic organic compound widely used as a critical intermediate across specialty chemicals and advanced industrial formulations. It plays a pivotal role in epoxy resin curing systems, pharmaceuticals synthesis, and high-performance corrosion inhibition technologies. Its exceptional reactivity and stability make it a strategically important building block in value-added chemical manufacturing. In global supply chains, it is recognized for enabling enhanced performance characteristics in engineered materials while optimizing production efficiency and formulation reliability.
2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical name: 2-Methylimidazole
• Molecular formula: C4H6N2
• CAS number: 693-98-1
• Purity: ≥ 99.0% (industrial grade / electronic grade options available)
• Physical form: White crystalline powder or granular solid
• Melting point: 142–146°C
• Density: ~1.03 g/cm³ (approx.)
• Solubility: Soluble in water and alcohols
• Particle size: Customizable upon request (standard fine powder available)
• Packaging options: 25 kg fiber drums / bags; 500 kg–1,000 kg jumbo bags
• Shelf life: 24 months under recommended storage conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

• Epoxy curing agents: Essential accelerator in latent curing systems for coatings, adhesives, and composites
• Pharmaceutical intermediates: Key building block in active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) synthesis pathways
• Agrochemical production: Used in formulation of herbicides, fungicides, and pesticide intermediates
• Corrosion inhibition systems: High-performance additive in metal protection and industrial water treatment
• Electronics & advanced materials: Utilized in precision chemical synthesis for specialty polymers and electronic-grade materials
• Catalysis systems: Supports complex catalytic reactions in fine chemical manufacturing
  Its strong catalytic efficiency and formulation versatility enable superior curing performance, reduced processing times, and improved end-product durability compared to conventional imidazole derivatives.

4. Competitive Advantages

• High purity consistency ensuring reliable industrial performance across batches
• Stable global supply chain with scalable bulk production capability
• Cost-efficient sourcing model optimized for large-volume industrial procurement
• Strong logistical readiness with flexible packaging and export-grade handling standards
• Environmentally favorable profile supporting lower-emission chemical processing systems
• Comprehensive technical documentation and application support for industrial integration
• Proven performance reliability in high-specification epoxy and pharmaceutical applications

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
• Loading capacity: 20–22 MT per 20FT container (depending on packaging configuration and regional shipping regulations)