Description

1-Butyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Trifluoromethanesulfonate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. It serves as a versatile, non-volatile solvent and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis and material science applications. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, electrochemistry, and green chemistry sectors seeking efficient and tunable reaction media.

Application

• Green Solvent & Reaction Medium: Used as an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in organic synthesis, including Diels-Alder, Friedel-Crafts, and condensation reactions.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in electrochemical devices such as lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and dye-sensitized solar cells due to its high ionic conductivity and wide electrochemical window.
• Catalysis & Biocatalysis: Acts as a solvent and stabilizer for enzymatic reactions and metal-catalyzed processes, often enhancing reaction rates and selectivity.
• Separation Technology: Utilized in gas separation membranes and as a stationary phase in chromatography for the separation of complex mixtures.
• Material Synthesis: Serves as a templating agent or solvent in the synthesis of nanomaterials, polymers, and conductive composites.
• Analytical Chemistry: Used as a matrix additive in MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry and other analytical techniques to improve ionization efficiency.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	1-Butyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS No.	765910-73-4
Molecular Formula	C11H19F3N2O3S
Molecular Weight	316.34 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium triflate; [bdmim][OTf]; 1-Butyl-2,3-dimethyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium trifluoromethanesulfonate; BDMI TfO; 1-n-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium trifluoromethanesulfonate; Ionic Liquid [C4dmim][OTf]; 1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium trifluoromethanesulfonate salt
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Trifluoromethanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided with every shipment.

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). Keep the container tightly sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent moisture absorption and 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⁻)	≤ 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.