Description

1-Trimethylsilyl-Difluoromethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Triflate is a specialized ionic liquid salt, recognized by the CAS number 341529-11-1. This compound is valued for its unique combination of a silyl-protected difluoromethyl group and a triflate anion, making it a versatile reagent and electrolyte component. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of advanced organic synthesis, materials science, and electrochemistry. Its properties make it suitable for applications requiring moisture-sensitive, fluorine-containing ionic media.

Application

• Advanced Organic Synthesis: Acts as a key reagent or catalyst in fluorination reactions and as a protected difluoromethyl anion equivalent.
• Electrolyte Formulation: Serves as a component in high-performance electrolytes for lithium-ion or other specialty batteries due to its ionic nature and stability.
• Materials Science: Used in the development of novel ionic liquids for sensors, conductive polymers, and other functional materials.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Employed in the synthesis of complex molecules, particularly those incorporating fluorine atoms for enhanced bioactivity and metabolic stability.
• Chemical Vapor Deposition (CVD): Potential use as a precursor for depositing thin films containing silicon and fluorine.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A valuable tool for exploring new reaction pathways in organofluorine and organosilicon chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1-Trimethylsilyl-Difluoromethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Triflate
CAS No.	341529-11-1
Molecular Formula	C10H18F5NO3SSi
Molecular Weight	379.38 g/mol
Synonyms	1-((Trimethylsilyl)difluoromethyl)-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium trifluoromethanesulfonate; 3-Methyl-1-((trimethylsilyl)difluoromethyl)imidazolium Triflate; TMS-CF2H-MIm OTf; (Difluoromethyl)trimethylsilylmethyl-3-methylimidazolium Triflate; 1H-Imidazolium, 1-[(difluoromethyl)trimethylsilyl]-3-methyl-, trifluoromethanesulfonate (1:1); Ionic Liquid [TMSCF2HMIm][OTf]
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Quality Control

Our 1-Trimethylsilyl-Difluoromethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Triflate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR (1H, 13C, 19F) and HPLC analysis, to ensure high chemical purity and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available for every shipment to support your quality assurance and R&D documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage and to maintain stability. Keep away from strong bases and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%

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