Description

1‐Butyl‐2‐Methylpyridinium Triflate is a high-purity ionic liquid salt, specifically a pyridinium-based cation paired with the trifluoromethanesulfonate anion. This compound is valued for its role as a versatile, non-aqueous reaction medium and catalyst in advanced organic synthesis and materials science. It is primarily sought by researchers and process chemists in the pharmaceutical, specialty chemical, and electrochemistry industries for applications requiring tailored solvent properties and enhanced reaction kinetics.

Application

• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Employed as a green, non-volatile solvent or catalyst for reactions such as Friedel-Crafts alkylation, Diels-Alder cycloaddition, and esterification.
• Electrolyte Formulations: Used as a component in electrolytes for lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and other electrochemical devices due to its ionic conductivity and stability.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Serves as a specialized reaction medium for the synthesis of sensitive drug intermediates where traditional solvents are unsuitable.
• Polymer Chemistry: Acts as a solvent or additive in polymerization processes and for the preparation of conductive polymers.
• Separation Science: Utilized in analytical techniques like gas chromatography as a stationary phase component or in extraction processes.
• Materials Science Research: Investigated for its properties in catalysis, lubrication, and as a template for nanostructured materials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1‐Butyl‐2‐Methylpyridinium Triflate
CAS No.	1770850-20-8
Molecular Formula	C11H16F3NO3S
Molecular Weight	299.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butyl-2-methylpyridinium trifluoromethanesulfonate; 2-Methyl-1-butylpyridinium triflate; BMPyOTf; 1-Butyl-2-methylpyridinium trifluoromethanesulfonate; N-Butyl-2-methylpyridinium triflate; [BMPy][OTf]; 1-Butyl-2-methylpyridinium trifluoromethanesulfonate salt
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Quality Control

Our 1‐Butyl‐2‐Methylpyridinium Triflate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high chemical purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, impurity profile, and moisture content is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5% w/w
Halide Content (Cl⁻)	≤ 100 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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