Description

1-Vinyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium class, valued for its unique combination of chemical stability and tunable properties. This compound serves as a versatile and efficient solvent, catalyst, or electrolyte component in advanced chemical processes. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of green chemistry, electrochemistry, and materials science seeking innovative, non-volatile reaction media.

Application

• Green Solvent & Reaction Medium: Used as an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in organic synthesis, polymerization, and separation processes.
• Electrolyte for Energy Storage: Employed in advanced lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells due to its high ionic conductivity and electrochemical stability.
• Catalysis & Supported Ionic Liquid Phase (SILP) Systems: Acts as a catalyst or catalyst support for various organic transformations, including Diels-Alder and Friedel-Crafts reactions.
• Polymer Science & Material Synthesis: Serves as a monomer or additive for synthesizing conductive polymers, ion gels, and other functional materials.
• Analytical Chemistry & Extraction: Utilized in liquid-liquid extraction and as a stationary phase modifier in chromatography for specialized separations.
• Gas Absorption & Capture: Applied in CO2 capture and gas separation technologies due to its selective absorption properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Vinyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS No.	911289-19-5
Molecular Formula	C6H11BF4N2
Molecular Weight	197.97 g/mol
Synonyms	VMIM BF4; [VMIM][BF4]; 1-Ethenyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate; 3-Methyl-1-vinylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate; Vinylmethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate; N-Vinyl-N'-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate; Ionic Liquid [VMIM][BF4]; 1-Vinyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrakis(fluoranyl)boranuide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Vinyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and ion chromatography, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, water content, halide content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production 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 must be handled under a dry inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content (Cl⁻, Br⁻, I⁻)	≤ 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.