Description

1-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrachloroferrate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the ferrate class, known for its role as a versatile Lewis acid catalyst and electrolyte component. Its significance lies in its unique combination of ionic liquid properties with magnetic susceptibility, offering advantages in reaction efficiency and material design. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of advanced organic synthesis, electrochemistry, and magnetic ionic liquid applications.

Application

• As a Lewis acid catalyst in organic synthesis, including Friedel-Crafts alkylation and acylation reactions.
• As a key electrolyte component in electrochemical devices and metal electrodeposition processes.
• In the research and development of magnetic ionic liquids (MILs) for separation technologies and responsive materials.
• As a reaction medium or co-catalyst for facilitating challenging transformations with improved selectivity.
• For academic and industrial R&D in green chemistry and sustainable process development.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrachloroferrate
CAS No.	359845-21-9
Molecular Formula	C8H15Cl4FeN2
Molecular Weight	335.87 g/mol
Synonyms	BMIM FeCl4; [BMIM][FeCl4]; 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrachloroferrate(III); Butylmethylimidazolium tetrachloroferrate; Ionic liquid BMIM-FeCl4; 1-n-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrachloroferrate; BMIM tetrachloroferrate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrachloroferrate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your research or process requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term stability, consider storage under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark brown to black liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Chloride Content	Conforms
Iron Content	Conforms

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