Description

1-Ethyl-3-methylimidazolium L-(+)-lactate (CAS No. 878132-19-5) is a high-purity ionic liquid featuring the imidazolium cation paired with the biologically derived L-(+)-lactate anion. With the molecular formula C₉H₁₆N₂O₃ and IUPAC name 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium;(2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate, this compound is characterized by its low volatility, high thermal stability, and excellent solvation properties. It is particularly valued in green chemistry applications due to its biodegradability and low toxicity. Available in various quantities, this ionic liquid is rigorously tested for purity and consistency, making it ideal for electrochemical research, biotransformations, and as a sustainable solvent alternative.

Properties

• CAS Number: 878132-19-5
• Complexity: 126
• IUPAC Name: 1-ethyl-3-methyl-imidazol-3-ium;(2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H11N2.C3H6O3/c1-3-8-5-4-7(2)6-8;1-2(4)3(5)6/h4-6H,3H2,1-2H3;2,4H,1H3,(H,5,6)/q+1;/p-1/t;2-/m.0/s1
• InChI Key: RJCLZEKYUQKDAL-WNQIDUERSA-M
• Exact Mass: 200.11609238
• Molecular Formula: C9H16N2O3
• Molecular Weight: 200.23
• SMILES: CCN1C=C[N+](=C1)C.C[C@@H](C(=O)[O-])O
• Topological: 69.2
• Monoisotopic Mass: 200.11609238
• Synonyms: 1-Ethyl-3-methylimidazolium L-(+)-lactate, 629-129-6, 878132-19-5, 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium l-lactate, EMIM Lactate, 1-Ethyl-3-methylimidazolium L-(+)-lactat, 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium;(2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate, 1-Ethyl-3-methyl-1h-imidazol-3-ium (S)-2-hydroxypropanoate, 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazolium lactate, DTXSID40370178, AS-88385, DB-216100, G78611, 3-ethyl-1-methylimidazolium (s)-2-hydroxy-propanoate, 1-Ethyl-3-methylimidazolium L-(+)-lactate, >=95% (HPLC)

Application

1-Ethyl-3-methylimidazolium L-(+)-lactate is widely used as a green solvent in enzymatic reactions and biocatalysis due to its biocompatibility. It serves as an effective electrolyte in electrochemical applications, including batteries and sensors, owing to its high ionic conductivity. Researchers also employ it in extraction processes and as a reaction medium in organic synthesis to enhance selectivity and yield.

Safety and Hazards

GHS Hazard Statements

• H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]
• H335 (100%): May cause respiratory irritation [Warning Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation]

Precautionary Statements

• P261, P264, P264+P265, P271, P280, P302+P352, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P319, P321, P332+P317, P337+P317, P362+P364, P403+P233, P405, and P501

Hazard Classes and Categories

• Skin Irrit. 2 (100%)
• Eye Irrit. 2 (100%)
• STOT SE 3 (100%)

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