Description
N-Butylpyridinium hexafluorophosphate, also commonly known as 1-Butylpyridinium hexafluorophosphate or [BPy][PF₆], is an ionic liquid with the CAS number 186088-50-6. This compound is composed of an N-butylpyridinium cation (a butyl group attached to the nitrogen atom of a pyridine ring) and a hexafluorophosphate () anion. It typically appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder. N-Butylpyridinium hexafluorophosphate is recognized for its properties as an ionic liquid, including good thermal stability and its ability to act as an electrolyte or a specialized solvent in various chemical applications.
Properties
Property Value CAS Number 186088-50-6 Molecular Formula Molecular Weight Appearance White to off-white or almost white crystalline powder Melting Point Approximately 73-77 °C (some sources state 75-80 °C) Purity/Assay Typically $\geq$98.0% (HPLC or Ion exchange titration) Solubility Soluble in solvents like methanol Storage Temperature Room Temperature (Recommended in a cool, dark place, <15°C) Synonyms 1-Butylpyridinium hexafluorophosphate, [BPy][PF6], NBPF6 Contact Us Now!
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