Description

1,3-Bis((R)-1-Phenylethyl)-1H-Imidazol 3-Ium Tetrafluoroborate is a chiral ionic liquid and a versatile organocatalyst precursor, valued for its role in facilitating asymmetric synthesis with high enantioselectivity. This compound is essential for research and development chemists seeking efficient and selective catalysts for constructing complex chiral molecules. It finds significant utility in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and fine chemical industries for the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and advanced intermediates.

Application

• As a chiral catalyst precursor for asymmetric organic transformations, including Diels-Alder and Michael addition reactions.
• In the synthesis of enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and bioactive compounds.
• As a key intermediate in the development of novel N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) ligands for transition metal catalysis.
• For research into ionic liquids with specific chiral environments for separation science.
• In methodological development for stereoselective C-C and C-heteroatom bond formation.
• As a building block for advanced materials requiring chiral induction.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Bis((R)-1-Phenylethyl)-1H-Imidazol 3-Ium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	569658-93-1
Molecular Formula	C19H22BF4N2
Molecular Weight	356.20 g/mol
Synonyms	(R,R)-1,3-Bis(1-phenylethyl)imidazolium tetrafluoroborate; 1,3-Bis[(1R)-1-phenylethyl]-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate; (R)-1,3-Di(1-phenylethyl)imidazolium tetrafluoroborate; Chiral Imidazolium Salt; NHC Precursor Salt; 1H-Imidazolium, 1,3-bis[(1R)-1-phenylethyl]-, tetrafluoroborate(1-)
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Bis((R)-1-Phenylethyl)-1H-Imidazol 3-Ium Tetrafluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including chiral purity assessment by HPLC, to ensure compliance with high-purity standards for research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and chiral excess is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere to maintain stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Chiral Purity (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0% ee
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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