Description
1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate (CAS No. 402846-78-0) is a high-purity ionic liquid with the molecular formula C9H17BF4N2. This compound is part of the imidazolium-based ionic liquid family, known for its excellent thermal stability, low volatility, and high ionic conductivity. It is synthesized under stringent quality control to ensure consistency for research and industrial applications. The product is supplied as a clear, colorless to pale-yellow liquid, with purity levels typically exceeding 98%. Ideal for electrochemical studies, catalysis, and material science, this ionic liquid is stored under inert conditions to maintain its integrity. Available in various packaging options, from small vials to bulk quantities, to meet diverse laboratory needs.
Properties
- CAS Number: 402846-78-0
- Complexity: 133
- IUPAC Name: 1-butyl-2,3-dimethyl-imidazol-3-ium;tetrafluoroborate
- InChI: InChI=1S/C9H17N2.BF4/c1-4-5-6-11-8-7-10(3)9(11)2;2-1(3,4)5/h7-8H,4-6H2,1-3H3;/q+1;-1
- InChI Key: VCAIYEJBOWHUGP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Exact Mass: 240.1420914
- Molecular Formula: C9H17BF4N2
- Molecular Weight: 240.05
- SMILES: [B-](F)(F)(F)F.CCCCN1C=C[N+](=C1C)C
- Topological: 8.8
- Monoisotopic Mass: 240.1420914
- Synonyms: 1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, 402846-78-0, DTXSID0047909, DTXCID7027885, 678-164-3, MFCD03427618, 1-butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazol-3-ium;tetrafluoroborate, 1-butyl-2,3-dimethyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate, 1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for electrochemistry, [bdmim]bf4, 1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazoliumTetrafluoroborate, SCHEMBL60710, SCHEMBL60711, B2T4R4E5H5, C9H17BF4N2, CHEMBL3182225, Tox21_200586, AC1308, ZB1648, AKOS015832948, AKOS015898020, CS-W010292, NCGC00258140-01, CS-11295, SY014643, DB-019527, B2475, CAS-402846-78-0, 1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, >=97.0%, 1H-Imidazolium, 1-butyl-2,3-dimethyl-, tetrafluoroborate(1-), 1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate [BDiMIM] [BF4], 1H-Imidazolium, 1-butyl-2,3-dimethyl-, tetrafluoroborate(1-) (1:1), 1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for electrochemistry, >=99.0% (HPLC/T)
Application
1-Butyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate is widely used as an electrolyte in electrochemical devices, including batteries and supercapacitors, due to its high ionic conductivity and wide electrochemical window. It serves as a solvent or catalyst in organic synthesis, enabling greener and more efficient reactions. Researchers also utilize it in material science for the preparation of advanced polymers and composites. Its stability and low volatility make it suitable for high-temperature applications.
Safety and Hazards
GHS Hazard Statements
- H302 (50%): Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
- H314 (50%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
- H318 (50%): Causes serious eye damage [Danger Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
Precautionary Statements
- P260, P264, P264+P265, P270, P280, P301+P317, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P363, P405, and P501
Hazard Classes and Categories
- Acute Tox. 4 (50%)
- Skin Corr. 1C (50%)
- Eye Dam. 1 (50%)
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