Description

1-Butyl-3-Methylpyridinium Methanesulfonate is a high-purity ionic liquid belonging to the pyridinium cation family. This compound serves as a versatile, non-halogenated solvent and catalyst in advanced chemical synthesis and separation processes. It is particularly valuable for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, electrochemistry, and materials science sectors seeking efficient, tunable reaction media.

Application

• Green Solvent & Reaction Medium: Used as an alternative to volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in organic synthesis, including alkylation, acylation, and polymerization reactions.
• Electrolyte Component: Employed in electrochemical applications such as dye-sensitized solar cells (DSSCs), supercapacitors, and lithium-ion batteries due to its ionic conductivity and stability.
• Catalysis & Biocatalysis: Acts as a solvent and catalyst support for various metal-catalyzed and enzymatic reactions, enhancing reaction rates and product selectivity.
• Separation Technology: Utilized in liquid-liquid extraction and gas absorption processes for the separation of aromatic compounds, desulfurization of fuels, and CO2 capture.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a stationary phase modifier in chromatography and as a matrix in mass spectrometry for improved analysis of complex mixtures.
• Materials Synthesis: A key precursor or template in the fabrication of advanced materials, including nanoparticles, polymers, and conductive composites.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Butyl-3-Methylpyridinium Methanesulfonate
CAS No.	946052-36-4
Molecular Formula	C11H19NO3S
Molecular Weight	245.34 g/mol
Synonyms	BMPy MeSO3; 1-Butyl-3-methylpyridinium mesylate; 3-Methyl-1-butylpyridinium methanesulfonate; BMPyMS; 1-n-Butyl-3-methylpyridinium methanesulfonate; N-Butyl-N'-methylpyridinium methanesulfonate; Pyridinium, 1-butyl-3-methyl-, methanesulfonate
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Quality Control

Our 1-Butyl-3-Methylpyridinium Methanesulfonate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and Karl Fischer titration, to ensure high purity and consistency. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, assay, impurity profile, and physical properties is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and 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 kept under an inert atmosphere or in a desiccator after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Halide Content	≤ 100 ppm
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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