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1,2-Dimethylimidazole, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B23544.36
500 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals

1,2-Dimethylimidazole, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Catalog number: B23544.36
500 g, Each
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Catalog number: B23544.36
also known as B23544-36
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS
1739-84-0
IUPAC Name
1,2-dimethyl-1H-imidazole
Molecular Formula
C5H8N2
InChI Key
GIWQSPITLQVMSG-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
CN1C=CN=C1C
Form
Crystals or powder or crystalline powder or fused solid or chunks
Assay (GC)
≥97.5%
Appearance (Color)
Colorless to white to pale yellow
Melting Point (clear melt)
27.0-40.0?C
Identification (FTIR)
Conforms

Description

1,2-Dimethylimidazole is used in the synthesis of 1,2-dimethyl-3-n-butylimidazoliumchloride and 1,2-dimethyl-3-n-propylimidazolium chloride. It also can be used in the synthesis of 1-(2-methoxyethyl)-2,3-dimethylimidazolium chloride and hexafluorophosphate salts.

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Applications
1,2-Dimethylimidazole is used in the synthesis of 1,2-dimethyl-3-n-butylimidazoliumchloride and 1,2-dimethyl-3-n-propylimidazolium chloride. It also can be used in the synthesis of 1-(2-methoxyethyl)-2,3-dimethylimidazolium chloride and hexafluorophosphate salts.

Solubility
Soluble in water.

Notes
Incompatible materials are oxidizing agents. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
RUO – Research Use Only

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    Classification of the substance or mixture
    CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
    Acute oral toxicity
    Category 4
    Skin Corrosion/Irritation
    Category 2
    Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
    Category 1
    Skin Sensitization
    Category 1
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    Hazard Statements

    H302 - Harmful if swallowed

    H315 - Causes skin irritation

    H317 - May cause an allergic skin reaction

    H318 - Causes serious eye damage

    Precautionary Statements

    P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection

    P301 + P330 + P331 - IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting

    P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water

    P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing

    P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician