Description

1,3-Di-tert-Butylbenzimidazolium Chloride is a high-purity, specialty ionic liquid salt with significant utility in advanced chemical synthesis and materials science. Its value lies in its role as a versatile precursor and catalyst component, particularly in the development of N-heterocyclic carbene (NHC) complexes and as a phase-transfer agent. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries, where it facilitates key transformations and enhances process efficiency.

Application

• N-Heterocyclic Carbene (NHC) Precursor: A key starting material for generating sterically hindered, highly active NHC ligands used in organometallic catalysis.
• Homogeneous Catalysis: Employed in the synthesis of catalysts for cross-coupling reactions (e.g., Suzuki, Heck), olefin metathesis, and hydrogenation processes.
• Ionic Liquid Synthesis: Serves as a cationic component for creating task-specific ionic liquids with tailored properties for separation and electrochemistry.
• Polymerization Initiator/Co-catalyst: Used in the production of advanced polymers and materials, including polyolefins and conductive polymers.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Facilitates the synthesis of complex heterocyclic scaffolds found in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Agrochemical Research: Applied in the development of novel pesticides and herbicides through its catalytic and ligand properties.
• Material Science: Investigated for use in organic light-emitting diodes (OLEDs) and other electronic materials as a dopant or charge-transfer agent.

Basic Information

Product Name	1,3-Di-tert-Butylbenzimidazolium Chloride
CAS No.	946607-10-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₅H₂₃ClN₂
Molecular Weight	266.81 g/mol
Synonyms	1,3-Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-1H-benzimidazolium chloride; 1,3-Di-tert-butylbenzimidazolium chloride; 1,3-Di-t-butylbenzimidazolium chloride; N,N'-Di-tert-butylbenzimidazolium chloride; 1H-Benzimidazolium, 1,3-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)-, chloride; tBu₂bimyCl; Di-tert-butylbenzimidazolium chloride
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Quality Control

Our 1,3-Di-tert-Butylbenzimidazolium Chloride is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including NMR, HPLC, and elemental analysis, to ensure high purity and consistency. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles are 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 area 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) after opening to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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