1-Hexyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate
Description:
1-Hexyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate, commonly abbreviated as [HMIM][PF6], is a well-studied ionic liquid (IL) belonging to the imidazolium class. This organic salt is characterized by its liquid state at ambient temperatures, negligible vapor pressure, and high thermal stability. It possesses a unique combination of hydrophobicity (relative to other ionic liquids with different anions) and good electrochemical stability. These attributes make [HMIM][PF6] a valuable compound in diverse applications, including as a non-volatile solvent in organic synthesis and catalysis, an electrolyte in electrochemical devices, and a medium for extraction processes. The specific interaction between the 1-hexyl-3-methylimidazolium cation and the hexafluorophosphate anion dictates its physical and chemical behavior, making it suitable for specialized industrial and research applications.
Properties:
Property Value Product Name 1-Hexyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate CAS Number 304680-35-1 Chemical Formula Molecular Weight 312.23 g/mol Appearance Typically a colorless to pale yellow liquid Synonyms [HMIM][PF6], 1-Hexyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium hexafluorophosphate(1-) Type Ionic Liquid, Imidazolium Salt Density Approximately 1.37 g/cm³ (varies with temperature and purity) Melting Point Generally below room temperature Solubility Immiscible with water; soluble in many organic solvents Thermal Stability High, often stable up to 350-400 °C Electrochemical Window Wide, making it suitable for electrochemical applications Primary Applications Solvent, Electrolyte, Catalyst, Extraction Medium Supplier ChemSource Global If you have any needs or questions, please send us an email at pharm@sinocurechem.com. Welcome to send us inquiries.