56643-83-5

Basic information

• Product Name: 1,4-Bis(imidazole-l-ylmethyl)benzene
• Synonyms: 1,4-Bis(imidazole-l-ylmethyl)benzene;1,4-Bis[(1H-iMidazol-1-yl)Methyl]benzene;1,4-Bis[(1H-imidazol-1-yl)methyl]benzene
• CAS NO: 56643-83-5
• Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₄N₄
• Molecular Weight: 238.293
• Product Categories: API intermediates
• Mol File: 56643-83-5.mol

Chemical Properties

• Melting Point: 130.0 to 134.0 °C
• Boiling Point: 487.0±25.0 °C(Predicted)
• Appearance: /
• Density: 1.17±0.1 g/cm3(Predicted)
• Storage Temp.: 2-8°C
• Solubility: soluble in Methanol
• PKA: 7.05±0.10(Predicted)
• CAS DataBase Reference: 1,4-Bis(imidazole-l-ylmethyl)benzene(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: 1,4-Bis(imidazole-l-ylmethyl)benzene(56643-83-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: 1,4-Bis(imidazole-l-ylmethyl)benzene(56643-83-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 56643-83-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

Uses

Used in Coordination Chemistry:
1,4-Bis(imidazole-1-ylmethyl)benzene is used as a ligand in coordination chemistry for its ability to form metal complexes. This property is valuable for the development of new materials with specific properties, such as catalysts, sensors, or materials with unique electronic or magnetic behaviors.
Used in Supramolecular Chemistry:
In supramolecular chemistry, 1,4-Bis(imidazole-1-ylmethyl)benzene is used as a building block for constructing complex molecular structures. Its structural features allow for the creation of intricate assemblies that can exhibit novel functions and properties, such as molecular recognition, self-assembly, or the formation of molecular machines.
Used in Biological Systems:
While further research is required, 1,4-Bis(imidazole-1-ylmethyl)benzene may have potential applications in biological systems. Its interaction with biological molecules could lead to the development of new pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, or therapeutic agents, although its exact role and mechanism of action in these systems are still being explored.

Upstream product

• 288-32-4 1H-imidazole 
• 623-24-5 1,4-bis(bromomethyl)benzene 
• 104-81-4 4-Methylbenzyl bromide 
• 106-42-3 para-xylene 
• 623-25-6 p-Xylylene dichloride 

Downstream Products

• 1262278-96-5 [Co(4,4'-oxybis(benzoate))(1,4-bis(imidazol-1-ylmethyl)benzene)] 

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