Description

1-Aminoethyl-5-Methylimidazolium Hexafluorophosphate is a high-purity ionic liquid salt with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. Its unique structure, combining a functionalized imidazolium cation with a hexafluorophosphate anion, makes it a versatile component for catalysis, electrolytes, and specialty chemical manufacturing. This compound is particularly valuable for researchers and industrial chemists working in pharmaceuticals, battery technology, and polymer chemistry who require reliable, high-performance ionic materials.

Application

• Advanced Electrolyte Component: Used in the formulation of electrolytes for lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors due to its ionic conductivity and stability.
• Catalyst and Reaction Medium: Serves as a solvent and catalyst in various organic synthesis reactions, including Diels-Alder and Friedel-Crafts alkylations.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and as a component in drug delivery systems.
• Polymer Science: Acts as an initiator or additive in the production of specialized polymers and ionic conductive membranes.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a matrix or additive in mass spectrometry (MALDI-TOF) and other analytical techniques.
• Green Chemistry Solvent: Applied as an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in sustainable chemical processes.
• Material Coating Precursor: Used in the development of thin films and surface modifications for electronic and optical devices.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Aminoethyl-5-Methylimidazolium Hexafluorophosphate
CAS No.	861901-23-7
Molecular Formula	C7H15F6N3P
Molecular Weight	286.18 g/mol
Synonyms	5-Methyl-1-(2-aminoethyl)imidazolium hexafluorophosphate; 1-(2-Aminoethyl)-5-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate; AEMMIM PF6; Aminoethylmethylimidazolium PF6; Ionic Liquid [AEMMIM][PF6]; 1-(2-Aminoethyl)-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate (common isomer name); N-(2-Aminoethyl)-N'-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Aminoethyl-5-Methylimidazolium Hexafluorophosphate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and ion chromatography, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) in a desiccator for long-term storage to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (Cl⁻)	≤ 100 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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