Description

1H-Imidazolium, 1,2-Dimethyl-3-[(2,2,2-Trichloroethoxy)Sulfonyl]-, 1,1,1-Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a high-purity, specialty ionic liquid salt designed for advanced synthetic and catalytic applications. This compound is valued for its unique combination of a functionalized imidazolium cation and a trifluoromethanesulfonate anion, offering enhanced solubility and stability in demanding reaction environments. It is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel synthetic pathways and as a potential catalyst or electrolyte component.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly where tailored ionic liquid properties can improve reaction yields or selectivity.
• Catalysis & Ligand Systems: Serves as a precursor or component in the development of novel organocatalysts and transition metal ligand systems for green chemistry applications.
• Electrolyte Additive: Investigated for use in advanced battery systems and electrochemical devices due to its ionic conductivity and thermal stability.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Employed in the research and development of next-generation herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Acts as a catalyst or initiator in specialized polymerization reactions for producing high-performance polymers.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the creation of ionic liquid-based materials, such as functionalized surfaces, gels, or conductive composites.
• Organic Synthesis Reagent: Functions as a specialized reagent for sulfonylation or other key transformations in multi-step synthetic routes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1H-Imidazolium, 1,2-Dimethyl-3-[(2,2,2-Trichloroethoxy)Sulfonyl]-, 1,1,1-Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	1185733-70-3
Molecular Formula	C9H12Cl3F3N2O5S2
Molecular Weight	439.67 g/mol
Synonyms	1,2-Dimethyl-3-[(2,2,2-trichloroethoxy)sulfonyl]-1H-imidazol-3-ium trifluoromethanesulfonate; [1,2-Dimethyl-3-(2,2,2-trichloroethoxysulfonyl)imidazolium] triflate; Trichloroethylsulfonyl dimethylimidazolium triflate; Imidazolium ionic liquid salt; DMIm-TCES Triflate; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our production of this specialty chemical adheres to strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment. We support compliance with ICH guidelines for pharmaceutical development and can tailor specifications to meet specific research or cGMP needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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