Description

3-Mesityl-1-Methyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazol-3-Ium Iodide is a high-purity, specialty organic salt belonging to the class of N-heterocyclic compounds, valued for its role as a key synthetic intermediate and precursor in advanced material science. Its significance lies in its structural motif, which is integral to the development of functional dyes, photoactive materials, and as a ligand or ionic component in catalysis. This compound is primarily needed by research institutions and industrial manufacturers focused on organic electronics, photovoltaics, and the synthesis of novel ionic liquids or pharmaceutical intermediates.

Application

• Organic Light-Emitting Diodes (OLEDs): Serves as a precursor or dopant material in the synthesis of emissive layers for display and lighting technologies.
• Dye-Sensitized Solar Cells (DSSCs): Used in the development of novel organic dyes and sensitizers to improve light-harvesting efficiency.
• Catalysis & Ligand Synthesis: Acts as a building block for N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) precursors or as an ionic component in catalytic systems.
• Ionic Liquids & Electrolytes: Employed in the formulation of advanced ionic liquids for energy storage devices like batteries and supercapacitors.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Utilized in the research and development of novel bioactive molecules and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Photoinitiators & Photoresists: Functions as a key component in photoactive formulations for advanced printing and semiconductor lithography.
• Fluorescent Probes & Sensors: Applied in the design of chemical sensors and bio-imaging agents due to its tunable photophysical properties.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a critical reagent for methodological development and exploratory synthesis in organic chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Mesityl-1-Methyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazol-3-Ium Iodide
CAS No.	937807-73-3
Molecular Formula	C18H19IN2
Molecular Weight	414.26 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Methyl-3-mesityl-1H-benzimidazol-3-ium iodide; 3-Mesityl-1-methylbenzimidazolium iodide; 1H-Benzimidazolium, 3-(2,4,6-trimethylphenyl)-1-methyl-, iodide (1:1); Benzimidazolium, 3-mesityl-1-methyl-, iodide; Mesityl-methyl-benzimidazolium iodide; N-Methyl-N'-mesitylbenzimidazolium iodide; 937807-73-3
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Quality Control

Our 3-Mesityl-1-Methyl-1H-Benzo[D]Imidazol-3-Ium Iodide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry, to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided and can be tailored to meet specific research or cGMP guidelines upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept sealed under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) when not in use to prevent degradation. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 97.0% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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