1. Description
1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide is a high-performance ionic liquid extensively used in pharmaceutical applications including drug solubilization, API synthesis, and as a reaction medium for challenging transformations. This BMIM-TFSI salt offers exceptional thermal and chemical stability, hydrophobicity, and wide electrochemical window, making it valuable for specialized pharmaceutical processes.
2. Properties
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Name | 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide |
| CAS Number | 174899-83-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C10H15F6N3O4S2 |
| Molecular Weight | 419.37 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless to pale yellow liquid |
| Purity | >99.5% |
| Melting Point | -4°C |
| Density | 1.43 g/cm³ (20°C) |
| Solubility | Soluble in acetone, acetonitrile; poorly soluble in water |
| Viscosity | 52 cP (25°C) |