Description

3-Dodecyl-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazolium Nitrate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium salt family. This compound is valued for its unique combination of a long hydrophobic alkyl chain and a nitrate anion, offering tailored solvation properties and thermal stability. It is primarily sought by researchers and process engineers in the fields of advanced material synthesis, green chemistry, and electrochemistry. Its specific structure makes it a candidate for specialized applications requiring non-aqueous, tunable reaction media.

Application

• As a task-specific ionic liquid solvent or catalyst in organic synthesis and polymerization reactions.
• Utilized in electrochemical applications, including as an electrolyte component in batteries, supercapacitors, or electrodeposition.
• Employed as a phase-transfer catalyst or surfactant in biphasic systems due to its amphiphilic nature.
• Used in material science for the preparation of functionalized surfaces, nanoparticles, or ionogels.
• Acts as a corrosion inhibitor or lubricant additive in specialized industrial formulations.
• Serves as a research chemical for studying the properties and applications of long-chain imidazolium salts.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Dodecyl-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazolium Nitrate
CAS No.	799246-93-8
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₃₁N₃O₃
Molecular Weight	313.44 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-dodecylimidazolium nitrate; Dodecylmethylimidazolium nitrate; [C12MIM][NO3]; 1-Methyl-3-dodecyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium nitrate; Laurylmethylimidazolium nitrate; 3-Dodecyl-1-methylimidazolium nitrate; N-Dodecyl-N'-methylimidazolium nitrate; Imidazolium, 1-dodecyl-3-methyl-, nitrate (1:1)
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Quality Control

Our 3-Dodecyl-1-Methyl-1H-Imidazolium Nitrate is manufactured under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Quality is verified through a suite of analytical techniques including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment and is available upon request.

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 material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); containers must be kept tightly sealed to exclude moisture and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid or viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 97.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Halide Content	≤ 0.1%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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