Description

1-Hexyl-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium family. This compound is valued for its unique combination of properties, including high thermal stability, low volatility, and excellent solvating power for a wide range of materials. It is primarily utilized in advanced chemical synthesis, materials science, and as a specialized electrolyte or catalyst in green chemistry applications. Industrial and academic researchers rely on this ionic liquid for processes requiring a stable, non-aqueous, and tunable reaction medium.

Application

• Green Solvent & Reaction Medium: Used as an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in organic synthesis, polymerization, and catalysis.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in advanced electrochemical devices, including lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) due to its high ionic conductivity and wide electrochemical window.
• Catalysis & Separation: Acts as a catalyst or co-catalyst in various organic transformations (e.g., Friedel-Crafts, Diels-Alder) and as a solvent in liquid-liquid extraction processes.
• Material Synthesis: Serves as a templating agent or solvent in the synthesis of nanomaterials, polymers, and advanced composites.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a stationary phase modifier in chromatography or as a matrix in mass spectrometry for specialized separations and analyses.
• Gas Absorption: Investigated for the capture and separation of acidic gases like CO₂ and SO₂ due to its tunable physicochemical properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexyl-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	460345-16-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₁H₁₉F₃N₂O₃S
Molecular Weight	316.34 g/mol
Synonyms	HMIM Triflate; [HMIM][OTf]; 1-Hexyl-3-methylimidazolium triflate; 1-Hexyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium trifluoromethanesulfonate; 1-Methyl-3-hexylimidazolium trifluoromethanesulfonate; Ionic Liquid [HMIm][TfO]; 460345-16-8; HMImOTf
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Quality Control

Our 1-Hexyl-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoromethanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request. We adhere to relevant industry standards to meet the stringent requirements of research and industrial applications.

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 a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (Cl⁻, Br⁻)	≤ 100 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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