isobutyl-2-methylimidazole: a star compound in the synthesis of pesticide intermediates isobutyl-2-methylimidazole (1-isobutyl-2-methylimidazole, referred to as ibmi) is a heterocyclic compound with a unique chemical structure and plays an important role in the synthesis of pesticide intermediates. it is not only popular for its excellent reactivity and stability, but also has become a research hotspot because...