Description

1-Sulfobutyl-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoromethansulfonate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the sulfobutylimidazolium family. This compound is valued for its dual functionality as a Brønsted acidic catalyst and a versatile, non-volatile solvent in specialized organic synthesis. It is primarily sought by R&D laboratories and chemical manufacturers in the fields of electrochemistry, catalysis, and advanced material science for processes requiring tailored solvent properties and high thermal stability.

Application

• Acid Catalyst in Organic Synthesis: Acts as a recyclable, non-corrosive catalyst for esterification, alkylation, and condensation reactions.
• Electrolyte Component: Used in advanced electrochemical devices, including lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors, due to its high ionic conductivity and wide electrochemical window.
• Green Solvent Medium: Serves as an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in biphasic catalysis and extraction processes.
• Polymerization Solvent/Catalyst: Employed in the synthesis of conductive polymers and polyelectrolytes.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the preparation of other functionalized ionic liquids and specialty chemicals.
• Analytical Chemistry: Can be utilized as a mobile phase additive or stationary phase modifier in chromatographic separations.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Sulfobutyl-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoromethansulfonate
CAS No.	657414-80-7
Molecular Formula	C9H16F3N2O4S2
Molecular Weight	337.36 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butylsulfonic-3-methylimidazolium triflate; [BSMIM][OTf]; 3-Methyl-1-sulfobutylimidazolium trifluoromethanesulfonate; 1-(4-Sulfobutyl)-3-methylimidazolium triflate; SBMI Triflate; Ionic Liquid [C4SO3HMIm][OTf]; 1-Methyl-3-(4-sulfobutyl)imidazolium trifluoromethanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Every batch of our 1-Sulfobutyl-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoromethansulfonate is manufactured and tested under a strict quality management system. We provide comprehensive analytical data to ensure the product meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is available for each lot 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 degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (Cl⁻, Br⁻)	≤ 100 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

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