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Phthalimide

High-purity Phthalimide (CAS 85-41-6), a bicyclic imide of phthalic acid supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder. A versatile nitrogen-protecting building block used in the Gabriel synthesis of primary amines and as a starting material for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye intermediates.

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High-purity Phthalimide (CAS 85-41-6), a bicyclic imide of phthalic acid supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder. A versatile nitrogen-protecting building block used in the Gabriel synthesis of primary amines and as a starting material for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye intermediates.

Technical Overview

Phthalimide – CAS 85-41-6

1H-Isoindole-1,3(2H)-dione

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Product Code

PPC001

CAS Number

85-41-6

Category

Phthalimide

Molecular Formula

C8H5NO2

Molecular Weight

147.13

Synonyms

1,3-Dihydro-1,3-dioxoisoindole,Phthalic acid imide

Description

High-purity Phthalimide (CAS 85-41-6), a bicyclic imide of phthalic acid supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder. A versatile nitrogen-protecting building block used in the Gabriel synthesis of primary amines and as a starting material for pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and dye intermediates.

Applications

  • Gabriel synthesis of primary amines and amino acid intermediates
  • Pharmaceutical intermediate for amine-protected API synthesis
  • Agrochemical intermediate, including phthalimide-based fungicide precursors
  • Dye and pigment intermediate

Specifications

Appearance
White to off-white crystalline powder
Purity (HPLC)
NLT 98.0%
Melting Point
236 - 239 °C
Moisture Content (KF)
NMT 0.5%

Handling & Supply Details

Storage Conditions

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture, in tightly sealed containers.

Packaging

25 kg fiber drum or HDPE drum with inner liner

Shelf Life

24 months

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