Description

1,3-Di-T-Butylimidazolium Chloride is a high-purity ionic liquid salt, specifically an imidazolium-based cation paired with a chloride anion. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile precursor and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries for developing novel ionic liquids, catalysts, and functional materials.

Application

• Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a key starting material for synthesizing N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) catalysts used in cross-coupling, olefin metathesis, and polymerization reactions.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: Acts as a fundamental building block for creating task-specific ionic liquids with tailored properties for separation, electrochemistry, and green chemistry applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the research and development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring imidazolium-based ionic liquid or carbene catalyst systems.
• Polymer Science: Employed in the development of polymeric ionic liquids and as an initiator or co-catalyst in controlled polymerization techniques.
• Agrochemical Research: Used in the synthesis of novel crop protection agents and formulation additives.
• Ligand for Metal Complexes: Functions as a precursor for generating NHC ligands that form stable complexes with transition metals for catalytic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Di-T-Butylimidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	157197-54-1
Molecular Formula	C11H21ClN2
Molecular Weight	216.75 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Di-tert-butylimidazolium Chloride; 1,3-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1H-imidazol-3-ium Chloride; 1,3-Di-tert-butyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium Chloride; 1,3-Di-t-butylimidazolium Chloride; N,N'-Di-tert-butylimidazolium Chloride; dtbimCl; 1,3-DTBIM Cl
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Di-T-Butylimidazolium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications. For custom grades or specific regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP), please contact our technical team.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.