Description

1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Hexafluorophosphate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. This compound is valued for its unique combination of thermal stability, low volatility, and tunable solvation properties, making it an essential material for advanced chemical processes. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, catalysis, and materials science for developing next-generation technologies.

Application

• Electrolyte Component in lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and other energy storage devices.
• Green Solvent and Reaction Medium for organic synthesis and catalysis, including Diels-Alder and Friedel-Crafts reactions.
• Phase-Transfer Catalyst in biphasic systems to enhance reaction rates and yields.
• Lubricant and Additive in advanced engineering fluids for its thermal stability and anti-wear properties.
• Separation Science as a stationary phase modifier in gas chromatography (GC) and capillary electrophoresis.
• Material Synthesis for the preparation of nanoparticles, polymers, and functionalized surfaces.
• Analytical Chemistry as a matrix additive in MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Hexafluorophosphate
CAS No.	219947-95-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₀H₃₉F₆N₂P
Molecular Weight	476.49 g/mol
Synonyms	HMIM PF6; [C16MIM][PF6]; 1-Hexadecyl-3-methylimidazolium PF6; Hexadecylmethylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate; C16MIM PF6; 1-Methyl-3-hexadecylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate; Ionic Liquid 246; N-Hexadecyl-N'-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Hexafluorophosphate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, Karl Fischer titration for water content, and ICP-MS for trace metal analysis, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with complete batch data are available upon request.

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) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong bases and fluorides.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (Cl⁻, Br⁻)	≤ 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.