1. Description
1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride (BMIM-Cl) is a versatile ionic liquid utilized in pharmaceutical research and development. Primarily explored as an alternative solvent for drug synthesis and processing, it offers unique solubility characteristics, particularly for poorly water-soluble active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). Its potential in drug delivery systems and as a catalyst in green chemistry applications makes it a compound of significant interest.
2. Properties Table
| Property | Value |
| Chemical Name | 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride |
| Common Abbreviation | BMIM-Cl |
| CAS Number | 79917-90-1 |
| Chemical Formula | C8H15ClN2 |
| Molecular Weight | 174.67 g/mol |
| Appearance | White to light yellow crystalline solid |
| Purity | >98% |
| Melting Point | ~70-73 °C |
| Solubility | Soluble in water, ethanol, acetone; Insoluble in hexane |