Description

1-Hexyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Trifluoromethansulfonate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. This compound is valued for its excellent chemical stability, low volatility, and tunable solvent properties, making it a superior medium for demanding chemical processes. It is primarily sought by researchers and process engineers in the fields of electrochemistry, catalysis, and advanced material synthesis.

Application

• Electrolyte Component for lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and other energy storage devices.
• Green Solvent & Reaction Medium for organic synthesis, polymerization, and catalysis, offering an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs).
• Catalyst & Ligand in various cross-coupling and organic transformation reactions.
• Separation Science as a stationary phase modifier in chromatography or in liquid-liquid extraction processes.
• Material Science for the synthesis of functional polymers, gels, and ion-conductive membranes.
• Analytical Chemistry as a matrix or additive in mass spectrometry and other instrumental techniques.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Hexyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Trifluoromethansulfonate
CAS No.	797789-01-6
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₂₁F₃N₂O₃S
Molecular Weight	330.37 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Hexyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium triflate; [HDMIM][OTf]; 1-Hexyl-2,3-dimethyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium trifluoromethanesulfonate; HDMIM Triflate; Ionic Liquid [C6MMIm][TfO]; 1-n-Hexyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium trifluoromethanesulfonate; 2,3-Dimethyl-1-hexylimidazolium trifluoromethanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Hexyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Trifluoromethansulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistent performance. Comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, water content, and halide levels are provided to guarantee compliance with your research and development specifications.

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 should be handled under a dry inert atmosphere to maintain purity. Keep away from strong acids and oxidizing agents.

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
Density (at 20°C)	~1.25 g/cm³

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