Description

1-Carboxymethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride is a functionalized ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium class, distinguished by its carboxylate side chain. This structural feature provides unique properties, making it a versatile intermediate and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis. It is primarily sought by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, fine chemical, and materials science sectors for developing novel compounds and processes.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key building block for synthesizing active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and ionic liquid-based drug formulations.
• Homogeneous Catalyst: Used as a catalyst or co-catalyst in organic synthesis reactions, including esterification and condensation, due to its tunable acidity and solubility.
• Functional Material Synthesis: Acts as a precursor for creating task-specific ionic liquids with tailored properties for separation, extraction, or electrochemistry.
• Ligand and Chelating Agent: The carboxymethyl group enables its use as a ligand for metal ions in coordination chemistry and catalysis.
• Polymer Modification: Employed to introduce ionic functionality into polymers, enhancing properties like conductivity or biocompatibility.
• Academic and Industrial R&D: A valuable reagent for exploring new synthetic methodologies and green chemistry applications in laboratory settings.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Carboxymethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	700370-07-6
Molecular Formula	C6H9N2O2Cl
Molecular Weight	176.60 g/mol
Synonyms	3-Methyl-1-carboxymethylimidazolium chloride; 1-(Carboxymethyl)-3-methylimidazolium chloride; CM-MIM Cl; N-Carboxymethyl-N'-methylimidazolium chloride; 1H-Imidazolium, 1-(carboxymethyl)-3-methyl-, chloride; Ionic liquid [CM-MIM]Cl; 1-Methyl-3-carboxymethylimidazolium chloride
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Quality Control

Our 1-Carboxymethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the specifications required for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after use to minimize exposure to atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider using desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Chloride Content (Titration)	Conforms
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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