Description

1-Hexyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide is a high-purity ionic liquid from the imidazolium family, known for its exceptional thermal stability and low viscosity. This compound is a versatile, non-aqueous electrolyte and solvent prized for its wide electrochemical window and hydrophobic nature. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in advanced material science, energy storage, and specialty chemical synthesis who require reliable, high-performance ionic media.

Application

• Electrolyte Component for lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).
• Green Solvent & Reaction Medium for catalysis, polymerization, and organic synthesis, replacing volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
• Gas Separation & Capture medium due to its selective solubility for gases like CO₂ and SO₂.
• Lubricant & Additive in high-performance engineering applications requiring thermal stability.
• Analytical Chemistry as a stationary phase in gas chromatography (GC) and matrix for mass spectrometry (MS).
• Nanomaterial Synthesis template and stabilizer for the production of metals and metal oxides.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide
CAS No.	382150-50-7
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₉F₆N₃O₄S₂
Molecular Weight	447.42 g/mol
Synonyms	HMIM TFSI; [HMIM][NTf₂]; 1-Hexyl-3-methylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide; 1-Hexyl-3-methylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)amide; 1-Hexyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium 1,1,1-trifluoro-N-[(trifluoromethyl)sulfonyl]methanesulfonamide; HMIM NTf2; HMIM BTI; Ionic Liquid 104
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Quality Control

Our 1-Hexyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing exact specifications for purity, water content, and halide impurities are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and highly volatile. To prevent moisture absorption and decomposition, containers should be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when not in use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 500 ppm
Halide Content (Cl⁻, Br⁻)	≤ 100 ppm
Density (at 20°C)	~1.43 g/cm³

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