Description

1-Propyl-3-Methyl Imidazolium is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium cation family. This compound is valued for its excellent solvating properties, thermal stability, and low vapor pressure, making it a versatile solvent and reaction medium. It is primarily utilized by researchers and process engineers in the chemical, pharmaceutical, and materials science industries for applications such as catalysis, electrochemistry, and green chemistry initiatives.

Application

• Green Solvent & Reaction Medium: Used as an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in synthesis, separations, and extractions.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in advanced battery systems, supercapacitors, and electroplating due to its ionic conductivity and wide electrochemical window.
• Catalysis & Synthesis: Serves as a solvent and catalyst support in various organic transformations, including Diels-Alder and Friedel-Crafts reactions.
• Gas Separation & Capture: Applied in supported ionic liquid membranes (SILMs) for the selective absorption of gases like CO2 and SO2.
• Polymer & Material Science: Used as a plasticizer, additive, or polymerization medium for creating specialized polymers and composites.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a stationary phase modifier in chromatography or as a matrix in mass spectrometry.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Propyl-3-Methyl Imidazolium
CAS No.	216300-12-8
Molecular Formula	C7H13N2+ (cation) - typically paired with an anion (e.g., chloride, bromide, tetrafluoroborate). Contact for specific salt details.
Molecular Weight	Varies by anion. Contact for details.
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-propylimidazolium; 3-Methyl-1-propylimidazolium; PMIM; [PMIM]; 1-Propyl-3-methylimidazolium cation; N-Methyl-N-propylimidazolium; N-Propyl-N'-methylimidazolium
EINECS	Contact for details.

Quality Control

Our 1-Propyl-3-Methyl Imidazolium is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF Titration)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (as Chloride)	≤ 0.1%

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