Description

(S)-1-(1-Hydroxy-4-Methylpentan-2-Yl)-3-Mesityl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-3-Ium Hexafluorophosphate(V) CAS NO 850468-98-3 is a high-purity, chiral imidazolium salt primarily used as a sophisticated catalyst or ligand in advanced organic synthesis. This compound is critical for enabling highly selective and efficient chemical transformations, particularly in asymmetric catalysis, which is essential for producing enantiomerically pure pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. It is a key material for research and development laboratories, process chemists, and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries seeking to develop novel synthetic routes and high-value active ingredients.

Application

• As a chiral catalyst or ligand in asymmetric synthesis, including hydrogenation, transfer hydrogenation, and C-C bond-forming reactions.
• In the research and development of novel pharmaceutical intermediates requiring high enantiomeric purity.
• For the synthesis of specialty fine chemicals and complex natural product analogs in academic and industrial settings.
• As a key component in catalyst systems for the production of agrochemicals and flavors & fragrances.
• In methodological studies for the development of new catalytic protocols in organic chemistry.
• As a building block or precursor for the synthesis of other functionalized ionic liquids or N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) complexes.

Basic Information

Item	Information
Product Name	(S)-1-(1-Hydroxy-4-Methylpentan-2-Yl)-3-Mesityl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-3-Ium Hexafluorophosphate(V)
CAS No.	850468-98-3
Molecular Formula	C19H30F6N2OP
Molecular Weight	462.42 g/mol
Synonyms	(S)-1-(1-Hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-yl)-3-(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-3-ium hexafluorophosphate; (S)-1-(1-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanyl)-3-(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-2-imidazolinium hexafluorophosphate; Chiral Imidazolinium Hexafluorophosphate Salt; (S)-HBTM; (S)-1-(1-Hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-yl)-3-mesitylimidazolinium Hexafluorophosphate; (S)-3-Mesityl-1-(1-hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-yl)-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-3-ium Hexafluorophosphate; Contact for additional trade names.
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Quality Control

Our production of (S)-1-(1-Hydroxy-4-Methylpentan-2-Yl)-3-Mesityl-4,5-Dihydro-1H-Imidazol-3-Ium Hexafluorophosphate(V) adheres to stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high chemical purity. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and chiral analysis to confirm identity, assay, and enantiomeric excess. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) after opening to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Enantiomeric Excess (Chiral HPLC)	≥ 99.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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