Description

1-Butyl-3-Vinylimidazolium Chloride is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. This compound serves as a versatile and efficient catalyst and solvent in advanced chemical synthesis and material science applications. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of green chemistry, polymer science, and electrochemistry who require specialized ionic liquids with unique reactivity and solvation properties.

Application

• As a catalyst or co-catalyst in organic synthesis reactions, including Diels-Alder, Friedel-Crafts, and polymerization.
• As a functional monomer for synthesizing poly(ionic liquid)s and other advanced polymeric materials.
• As a green solvent medium for biocatalysis, extraction processes, and electrochemical applications.
• In the research and development of ion-conductive membranes for batteries, fuel cells, and sensors.
• As a key intermediate for preparing other task-specific ionic liquids with tailored anions.
• For surface modification and as an additive to enhance the properties of coatings and composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butyl-3-Vinylimidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	657394-65-5
Molecular Formula	C9H15ClN2
Molecular Weight	186.68 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butyl-3-vinyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride; 1-Butyl-3-vinylimidazolium chloride; [BVIM]Cl; 3-Butyl-1-vinylimidazolium chloride; N-Butyl-N'-vinylimidazolium chloride; Vinylbutylimidazolium chloride; BVI Cl
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butyl-3-Vinylimidazolium Chloride 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 consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your R&D and 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 (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Halide Content (Titration)	Conforms

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