Overview
1H-Tetrazole (CAS 288-94-8 ), also referred to as 1,2,3,4-tetrazole, is a nitrogen-rich heterocyclic building block used across pharmaceutical synthesis, agrochemical development, and specialty chemical manufacturing.
Its high nitrogen content and bioisosteric properties make it a target intermediate for drug discovery programs and crop protection research. In pharmaceutical development, it functions as a carboxylic acid bioisostere.
This enables medicinal chemists to modify drug candidates for improved metabolic stability and membrane permeability without altering core pharmacological activity. Agrochemical formulators incorporate it as a synthetic intermediate.
It is used in the production of fungicides and herbicides where specific heterocyclic scaffolds are required. In polymer chemistry, tetrazole derivatives act as photoactivatable crosslinkers and polymerization initiators.
These derivatives support the production of specialty polymers and photoresist materials. Biotechnology researchers also use it as a coupling reagent in oligonucleotide synthesis for automated DNA/RNA assembly.
It activates phosphoramidite monomers during the assembly process. 1H-Tetrazole is supplied as a white to off-white crystalline powder and is available in research-grade and technical-grade specifications.
High-purity lots (≥98–99%) are commonly offered to meet pharmaceutical intermediate and synthesis requirements. Packaging ranges from gram-scale quantities for laboratory use to kilogram batches for procurement.
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Physical Properties
| Melting Point | 157 °C |
| Boiling Point | 220°C |
| Density | 1.65 g/cm³ |
| Flash Point | 5 °C |
| Appearance | white crystals or crystalline powder |
| Color | Cream to orange |
| Form | Liquid |
| Water Solubility | Soluble |
| Refractive Index | n 20/D 1.348 |
Safety & Handling
Danger GHS01 GHS03 GHS07 Hazard Statements H201 Explosive; mass explosion hazard H272 May intensify fire; oxidizer H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation Precautionary Statements P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P220 Keep away from clothing and other combustible materials. P230 Keep wetted with… P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P250 Do not subject to grinding/shock/…/friction. P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P321 Specific treatment (see … on this label). P372 Explosion risk. P373 DO NOT fight fire when fire reaches explosives. P401 Store in accordance with … . P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local regulations. P264+P265 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P332+P317 Get emergency medical help. P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. Get emergency medical help. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370+P378 Use … for extinction. P370+P380 Evacuate area. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Trade & Regulatory
| HS Code | 29339900 |
| UN Number | 1993 |
| ADR Class | 3 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Storage Class | 3 - Flammable liquids |
| WGK (Germany) | 3 |
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Chemical Properties
- CAS Number
- 288-94-8
- EC Number
- 206-023-4
- Mol. Weight
- 70.05
- HS Code
- 29339900
- Category
- Heterocyclic Compounds