Description

1-Benzyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tosylate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. This compound serves as a versatile and efficient catalyst, solvent, or electrolyte in advanced chemical synthesis and material science applications. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, battery technology, and specialty chemical sectors seeking innovative reaction media with tunable properties.

Application

• Green Chemistry & Catalysis: Employed as a solvent and catalyst in various organic synthesis reactions, including Diels-Alder, Friedel-Crafts, and esterification, offering advantages in reactivity and product separation.
• Electrolyte Formulation: Used as a key component in electrolytes for advanced batteries (e.g., lithium-ion) and supercapacitors due to its high ionic conductivity and thermal stability.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a reagent or ionic liquid medium in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and other fine chemicals.
• Polymer Chemistry: Utilized as a solvent or additive in polymerization processes and for the preparation of polymeric materials and composites.
• Separation Science: Applied in extraction processes and as a stationary phase modifier in chromatography for the separation of complex mixtures.
• Material Science Research: Serves as a precursor or template for creating advanced materials, including functionalized surfaces and nanomaterials.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Benzyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tosylate
CAS No.	52461-83-3
Molecular Formula	C₁₈H₂₀N₂O₃S
Molecular Weight	344.43 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Benzyl-3-methylimidazolium p-toluenesulfonate; BMIM OTs; [Bzmim][OTs]; 1-Benzyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium 4-methylbenzenesulfonate; N-Benzyl-N'-methylimidazolium tosylate; Ionic Liquid [BMIM][TOS]; 1H-Imidazolium, 1-benzyl-3-methyl-, salt with 4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our 1-Benzyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tosylate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent degradation from absorbed moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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