Description

3-Methyl-1-Octylimidazolium Chloride is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. This compound serves as a versatile and efficient catalyst, solvent, and electrolyte component in advanced chemical processes. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of green chemistry, electrochemistry, and materials science who require reliable, high-performance ionic liquids.

Application

• Green Solvent & Catalyst: Used as a solvent and acid catalyst in organic synthesis, including alkylation, acylation, and polymerization reactions, offering advantages in reaction rate and product separation.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in the formulation of electrolytes for advanced energy storage devices such as lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs).
• Separation Science: Acts as a stationary phase modifier in gas chromatography (GC) and as an extraction medium in liquid-liquid separation processes.
• Material Synthesis: Serves as a templating agent or reaction medium in the synthesis of nanomaterials, porous polymers, and advanced composites.
• Lubricant & Additive: Utilized as a high-performance lubricant or additive for specialized industrial applications due to its thermal stability and low volatility.
• Analytical Chemistry: Functions as a matrix or additive in mass spectrometry (MS) and other analytical techniques to enhance ionization efficiency.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Methyl-1-Octylimidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	64697-40-1
Molecular Formula	C12H23ClN2
Molecular Weight	230.78 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Octyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride; [OMIM]Cl; 3-Methyl-1-octyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride; Octylmethylimidazolium chloride; N-Octyl-N'-methylimidazolium chloride; 1-Methyl-3-octylimidazolium chloride; C8MIM Cl
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Quality Control

Our 3-Methyl-1-Octylimidazolium Chloride is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment and are 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) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) for long-term storage to prevent moisture absorption and degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (Titration)	Conforms
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines

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