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1-Methylimidazole (NMI)

CAS 616-47-7 · Formula C4H6N2 · MW 82.10 g/mol

Liquid imidazole accelerator/curing catalyst for epoxy resins and a latent epoxy curing agent in one-component formulations Used in anhydride-cured epoxy castings, electrical laminates and adhesives to speed cure Also serves as a catalyst/acid scavenger in polyurethane and silicone systems

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CAS Number
616-47-7
Formula
C4H6N2
Molecular Weight
82.10 g/mol
Material Family
Specialty Additives
At a Glance
Material Family
Specialty Additives
Primary Role
Crosslinking / Curing · Synthesis Intermediate
Applications & Use Cases
  • Liquid imidazole accelerator/curing catalyst for epoxy resins and a latent epoxy curing agent in one-component formulations
  • Used in anhydride-cured epoxy castings, electrical laminates and adhesives to speed cure
  • Also serves as a catalyst/acid scavenger in polyurethane and silicone systems
Safety & Handling
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Chemical Identity
CAS Number
616-47-7
Molecular Formula
C4H6N2
Molecular Weight
82.10 g/mol
IUPAC Name
1-methylimidazole
PubChem CID
InChI Key
MCTWTZJPVLRJOU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
XLogP
-0.1
Full Description

Liquid imidazole accelerator/curing catalyst for epoxy resins and a latent epoxy curing agent in one-component formulations Used in anhydride-cured epoxy castings, electrical laminates and adhesives to speed cure Also serves as a catalyst/acid scavenger in polyurethane and silicone systems

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 1-Methylimidazole (NMI) (CAS 616-47-7)?

1-Methylimidazole (NMI) (CAS 616-47-7) is a crosslinking / curing agent supplied by RawSource in bulk. Liquid imidazole accelerator/curing catalyst for epoxy resins and a latent epoxy curing agent in one-component formulations

What is the molecular formula and weight of 1-Methylimidazole (NMI)?

Molecular formula C4H6N2, molecular weight 82.10 g/mol. IUPAC name: 1-methylimidazole

Is 1-Methylimidazole (NMI) hazardous?

Yes

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