2-Ethyl-4-Methylimidazole: A Versatile Building Block in Specialty Chemical Intermediate Synthesis Abstract: 2-Ethyl-4-methylimidazole (2E4MI) is a heterocyclic compound belonging to the imidazole family, possessing a unique combination of steric hindrance and electronic properties conferred by its ethyl and methyl substituents. This article provides a comprehensive overview of 2E4MI, focusing on its physical and chemical properties, synthetic...