Description

1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. This compound serves as a versatile and efficient phase-transfer catalyst and surfactant, enabling critical chemical transformations and material synthesis. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, chemical synthesis, and advanced materials sectors who require reliable, high-performance reagents.

Application

• Phase-Transfer Catalyst (PTC): Facilitates reactions between reagents in immiscible phases, widely used in organic synthesis and polymerization.
• Surfactant and Detergent Formulation: Acts as a cationic surfactant in specialty cleaning products and industrial formulations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and drug delivery systems.
• Material Science: Serves as a templating agent or additive in the synthesis of nanomaterials, mesoporous silica, and advanced polymers.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in electrochemical applications, including batteries and capacitors, due to its ionic conductivity.
• Green Chemistry Solvent: Utilized as an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in various synthetic processes.
• Corrosion Inhibitor: Applied in industrial fluids and coatings to protect metal surfaces.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used in separation techniques and as a mobile phase modifier in chromatography.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	61546-01-8
Molecular Formula	C20H39ClN2
Molecular Weight	342.99 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Cetyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride; C16MIM Cl; [C16mim]Cl; N-Cetyl-N'-methylimidazolium chloride; 3-Methyl-1-hexadecylimidazolium chloride; 1-Methyl-3-hexadecylimidazolium chloride; HMIM Cl; Cetyl methyl imidazolium chloride
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Hexadecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and titration, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available upon request, providing full traceability and compliance with relevant industry standards.

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 dry conditions to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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