Description

1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Perchlorate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile, task-specific solvent and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis and material science. It is primarily sought by researchers and industrial chemists working in electrolyte formulation, catalysis, and nanotechnology.

Application

• Electrolyte Component for high-energy-density batteries and supercapacitors.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst in organic synthesis, facilitating reactions between immiscible reactants.
• Solvent Medium for green chemistry applications and specialized polymerizations.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis as a templating or stabilizing agent for metal nanoparticles.
• Analytical Chemistry as a mobile phase additive or stationary phase modifier in chromatography.
• Corrosion Inhibitor in specialized electrochemical systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Perchlorate
CAS No.	1400758-95-3
Molecular Formula	C20H39ClN2O4
Molecular Weight	406.98 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexadecyl-3-methylimidazolium perchlorate; [C16MIM][ClO4]; HMIM ClO4; 1-Methyl-3-hexadecylimidazolium perchlorate; 3-Methyl-1-hexadecylimidazolium perchlorate; C16MImClO4; N-Hexadecyl-N'-methylimidazolium perchlorate; Ionic liquid 1400758-95-3
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Quality Control

Our 1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Perchlorate is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed to confirm identity, purity, and the absence of critical impurities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials such as strong reducing agents and organic matter. Due to its properties as a strong oxidizer, it must be segregated from flammable and combustible substances. Recommended storage temperature: 2-8°C for long-term stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (Cl-)	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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