English name

2-Methyl-5-nitroimidazole

CAS No.

88054-22-2

Molecular formula

C4H5N3O2

Structural formula

Molecular weight

127.101

Melting point

252-254ºC

Product use

It is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of drugs metronidazole and dimerazole.

Quality standard

Appearance

White or light yellow crystalline powder

Purity

＞99%

Loss on drying

＜0.5%