1-Ethylimidazole (7098-07-9): Building Block for Diverse Organic Synthesis Strategies

1-Ethylimidazole ( EtIM) is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C5H8N2 and a CAS number of 7098-07-9. It is a colorless to yellowish liquid with an amine-like odor and is soluble in both water and organic solvents with a boiling point of 226°C. Smiles notation of CCN1C=CN=C1. It belongs to the class of imidazole’s, which are heterocyclic compounds containing a five-membered ring with two nitrogen atoms.

Key Applications

It is primarily used as a curing agent for epoxy resins, which are widely used in adhesives, coatings, and composites. It is also used in the synthesis of various ionic liquids with an imidazole ring and ethyl group such as 1-Ethyl-3-methylimidazolium acetate. It acts as a hardener or accelerator for the epoxy resin, depending on the formulation and curing conditions. It is important to be aware of any potential safety concerns associated with EtIM.

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