Description

1‐Butyl‐3‐Vinylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the vinyl-functionalized imidazolium family. This compound matters for its unique combination of high thermal stability, low viscosity, and excellent electrochemical properties, making it a superior solvent and electrolyte component. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in advanced materials science, particularly for developing next-generation electrolytes in lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and as a reactive monomer in polymer chemistry.

Application

• Advanced Battery Electrolytes: Serves as a key component in high-performance electrolytes for lithium-ion and lithium-metal batteries, enhancing ionic conductivity and thermal stability.
• Supercapacitors & Energy Storage: Used as an electrolyte in electrochemical double-layer capacitors (EDLCs) and other energy storage devices due to its wide electrochemical window.
• Polymer Synthesis & Modification: Acts as a polymerizable ionic liquid monomer for creating poly(ionic liquids) with tailored properties for membranes, coatings, and conductive materials.
• Green Solvent & Catalysis: Employed as a non-volatile, recyclable solvent medium for organic synthesis, catalysis, and separation processes.
• Electrodeposition & Surface Treatment: Utilized in electroplating baths for the deposition of metals and alloys from ionic liquid media.
• Gas Separation & Capture: Investigated for use in supported ionic liquid membranes (SILMs) for selective CO2 separation and gas purification applications.
• Sensor Technology: Incorporated into the design of electrochemical sensors and biosensors to improve sensitivity and stability.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A critical reagent for fundamental research in ionic liquid chemistry, electrochemistry, and material science.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	1‐Butyl‐3‐Vinylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide
CAS No.	758716-72-2
Molecular Formula	C12H17F6N3O4S2
Molecular Weight	445.40 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butyl-3-vinylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide; [BVIM][TFSI]; [C4VIM][NTf2]; 1-Butyl-3-vinyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)azanide; Butylvinylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide; Ionic Liquid [BVIM][TFSI]; N-Butyl-N'-vinylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide; Vinyl-functionalized imidazolium ionic liquid
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Quality Control

Our 1‐Butyl‐3‐Vinylimidazolium Bis(Trifluoromethylsulfonyl)Imide is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR (1H, 13C), HPLC, Karl Fischer titration, and ICP-MS, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, it is recommended to keep the container under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a desiccator.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1000 ppm
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.