Description

1-Butyl-4-Methylpyridinium Iodide is a high-purity ionic liquid salt, a member of the N-alkylpyridinium family, with the CAS registry number 32353-64-3. This compound serves as a versatile and efficient catalyst, solvent, and electrolyte component in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and electronics industries seeking innovative reaction media and conductive materials.

Application

• Green Chemistry & Catalysis: Employed as a recyclable solvent and catalyst in organic synthesis, including Friedel-Crafts alkylation and Diels-Alder reactions.
• Electrochemical Systems: Used as a key component in electrolytes for dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), lithium-ion batteries, and supercapacitors.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a phase-transfer catalyst or reaction medium in the synthesis of complex drug molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Material Science: Serves as a templating agent or precursor in the fabrication of nanostructured materials, porous polymers, and conductive films.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a stationary phase modifier in chromatography or as a matrix additive in mass spectrometry.
• Separation Technology: Applied in extraction processes for the separation of metal ions or organic compounds due to its tunable solvation properties.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Butyl-4-Methylpyridinium Iodide
CAS No.	32353-64-3
Molecular Formula	C10H16IN
Molecular Weight	277.14 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butyl-4-methylpyridinium iodide; 4-Methyl-1-butylpyridinium iodide; N-Butyl-4-methylpyridinium iodide; BMPI; 1-n-Butyl-4-methylpyridinium iodide; 4-Methyl-N-butylpyridinium iodide; Butylmethylpyridinium iodide; Pyridinium, 1-butyl-4-methyl-, iodide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butyl-4-Methylpyridinium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and 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 dry conditions to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Halide Content (Titration)	Conforms
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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