Description

1-Methyl-3-Propyl-1H-Imidazolium Thiocyanate is a high-purity ionic liquid salt with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. Its value lies in its dual functionality as a versatile reaction medium and a source of the thiocyanate anion for coordination chemistry. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of electrolyte formulation, catalysis, and the development of novel functional materials.

Application

• Electrolyte Component: Used in the formulation of advanced electrolytes for dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs) and other electrochemical devices.
• Catalysis & Synthesis: Serves as a solvent and catalyst in organic synthesis, including polymerization and cycloaddition reactions.
• Coordination Chemistry: Acts as a precursor or ligand source for the synthesis of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and transition metal complexes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Employed as a mobile phase additive or a specialized reagent in chromatographic and spectroscopic methods.
• Material Science: Utilized in the preparation of ionogels, conductive polymers, and other functional materials requiring ionic components.
• Chemical Research: A key reagent for academic and industrial R&D exploring new ionic liquid properties and applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Methyl-3-Propyl-1H-Imidazolium Thiocyanate
CAS No.	847499-73-4
Molecular Formula	C8H13N3S
Molecular Weight	183.27 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-propylimidazolium thiocyanate; MPIM SCN; [MPIm][SCN]; 3-Methyl-1-propylimidazolium thiocyanate; N-Methyl-N-propylimidazolium thiocyanate; 1-Methyl-3-propylimidazolium rhodanide; Ionic liquid [C3mim][SCN]; Propylmethylimidazolium thiocyanate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Methyl-3-Propyl-1H-Imidazolium Thiocyanate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with agreed specifications.

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) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (as Cl)	≤ 0.1%

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