Description

1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the [C16mim][NTf2] family, prized for its exceptional thermal stability, low volatility, and wide electrochemical window. This compound matters for industrial and research applications requiring a non-aqueous, highly stable, and conductive medium. It is needed by professionals in advanced materials science, electrochemistry, and green chemistry for applications such as high-performance lubricants, electrolytes for energy storage devices, and solvents for catalysis.

Application

• Electrolyte Component for lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).
• Advanced Lubricant & Additive for reducing friction and wear in micro-electromechanical systems (MEMS) and high-temperature machinery.
• Green Solvent & Reaction Medium for catalysis, separations, and organic synthesis where traditional volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are unsuitable.
• Gas Separation & Capture medium, particularly for CO2 absorption processes.
• Antistatic & Conductive Additive in polymers and coatings.
• Analytical Chemistry as a stationary phase modifier in chromatography.
• Nanomaterial Synthesis as a templating or stabilizing agent.
• Pharmaceutical Research as a solvent or crystallization agent for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide
CAS No.	404001-50-9
Molecular Formula	C22H41F6N3O4S2
Molecular Weight	589.70 g/mol
Synonyms	[C16mim][NTf2]; 1-Hexadecyl-3-methylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide; HMIM TFSI; C16MIM NTf2; 1-Hexadecyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium 1,1,1-trifluoro-N-[(trifluoromethyl)sulfonyl]methanesulfonamide; 1-Methyl-3-hexadecylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide; Ionic Liquid 104; IL-104
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed 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). For long-term storage, consider sealing under an inert atmosphere such as nitrogen or argon to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.1%
Halide Content (Cl⁻, Br⁻)	≤ 100 ppm
Density (at 20°C)	~1.30 g/cm³
Viscosity (at 20°C)	Contact for details

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