Description

1,3-Dimesitylimidazolium-2-Carboxylate is a highly specialized N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) precursor and a key intermediate in organometallic chemistry. This compound is valued for its role in generating stable, highly active carbene catalysts used in a variety of transition metal-catalyzed reactions. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and advanced materials sectors for developing novel synthetic pathways and fine chemicals.

Application

• Organometallic Catalyst Precursor: Serves as a stable source for generating N-heterocyclic carbenes (NHCs) used in cross-coupling, metathesis, and hydrogenation reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the research and synthesis of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) requiring precise metal-mediated bond formations.
• Polymerization Catalyst: Used in the development of catalysts for olefin polymerization and ring-opening polymerization to create specialized polymers.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Applied in the creation of novel herbicides, fungicides, and insecticides where efficient catalytic processes are critical.
• Materials Science Research: Utilized in the synthesis of novel organometallic frameworks, metal-organic frameworks (MOFs), and functional materials.
• Asymmetric Synthesis: Acts as a ligand precursor for chiral NHC catalysts, enabling enantioselective transformations in fine chemical production.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Dimesitylimidazolium-2-Carboxylate
CAS No.	675877-56-2
Molecular Formula	C29H30N2O2
Molecular Weight	438.56 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)imidazolium-2-carboxylate; N,N'-Dimesitylimidazolium-2-carboxylate; NHC-CO2 Adduct; 1,3-Dimesitylimidazolium Carboxylate; Dimesityl Imidazolium Carboxylate; 1,3-Bis(mesityl)imidazolium-2-carboxylate; 1,3-Dimesityl-1H-imidazol-3-ium-2-carboxylate; IMes·CO2
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Dimesitylimidazolium-2-Carboxylate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance requirements.

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); keep the container tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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