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2-Phenylimidazole: The Ideal Curing Additive for Epoxy & Powder Coatings

2-Phenylimidazole: The Ideal Curing Additive for Epoxy & Powder Coatings
July 21, 2026

Product Name: 2-Phenylimidazole
Product Number: 2-PI
CAS No.: 670-96-2
Product Category: Aromatic imidazole

 

 

 

1. Product Information

Item

Information

Product Name

2-Phenylimidazole

Product Number

2-PI

Internal Code

YLMZ-2B

CAS No.

670-96-2

EC No.

211-581-7

Category

Aromatic imidazole

Molecular Formula

C9H8N2

Molecular Weight

144.17 g/mol

 

2. Product Description

2-PI is Aromatic imidazole. It is used in Powder coating and Epoxy coating applications. According to the TDS, it can be used as both a curing agent and a curing promoter in powder coatings. The imidazole structure can participate in epoxy curing reactions, while the phenyl structure contributes to final coating performance.

 

3. Structure Features and Key Advantages

1. Aromatic imidazole structure

2-PI contains both an imidazole ring and a phenyl ring. This structure supports its application in epoxy curing systems and coating formulations.

2. Curing agent and curing promoter

The TDS states that 2-PI can be used as both a curing agent and a curing promoter in powder coatings. It can help adjust curing rate and curing temperature in epoxy systems.

3. Coating performance improvement

• Shortening the curing time of powder coatings

• Lowering the curing temperature

• Improving the mechanical properties of the coating film

• Improving compatibility with resins

• Increasing the flexibility of cured products

 

4. Technical Data

Item

Typical Value

Appearance

Off white to light yellow crystals

Purity,%

≥99.0

Melting point,℃

140-150

moisture content,%

≤0.5

 

Note: The above data are from Typical Properties in the company TDS. Final delivery specifications shall be subject to the company TDS / COA.

 

5. MSDS Identification and Safety Information

Item

Information

Product Name

2-Phenylimidazole

Product Number

2-PI

Chemical Name

2-Phenylimidazole

CAS No.

670-96-2

EC No.

211-581-7

 

GHS Hazard Statements

• H302: Harmful if swallowed.

• H315: Causes skin irritation.

• H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

• H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Avoid breathing dust and avoid contact with skin and eyes. Wear protective gloves / protective clothing / eye protection / face protection. Please refer to MSDS for detailed safety information.

 

6. Applications

1. Powder coating

2-PI can be used in powder coating systems as a curing agent or curing promoter. It helps shorten curing time, lower curing temperature and improve mechanical properties of the coating film.

2. Epoxy coating

2-PI can be used in epoxy coating systems to improve curing efficiency and overall coating performance.

3. Epoxy curing system

In epoxy resin systems, 2-PI can be used together with other curing agents according to formulation requirements to adjust curing speed, reduce curing temperature or improve cured product performance.

 

7. Packaging, Storage & Safety

Item

Information

Packaging

25KG

Storage temperature

5-25 ℃

Storage & Handling

Avoid direct sunlight and place in a cool and dry place;Avoid strong oxidants, acids.

Storage Life

At least 12 months from the date of manufacture in the original packing in ambient temperatures.

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