Speciality Chemicals

1-Decyl-3-methylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate

CAS No.244193-56-4
GradeIndustrial / Pharmaceutical
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High-purity 1-decyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate ([C10mim][BF4]) for advanced electrochemical and green chemistry applications. Ideal as a functional electrolyte additive or solvent in energy storage systems.

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Product Technical Details

Product Overview

1-Decyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate ([C10mim][BF4]) is a high-performance imidazolium-based ionic liquid widely utilized in electrochemical, catalytic, and separation technologies. With a purity of ≥99% and stringent control over key impurities—including methylimidazole, halogens, and water content (each <1000 ppm)—this specialty chemical ensures consistent performance in demanding industrial and research environments.

Specifications

Molecular Formula	C₁₄H₂₇BF₄N₂
Molecular Weight	310.18 g/mol
CAS Number	244193-56-4
Purity	≥99%
Melting Point	-4.2 °C
Decomposition Temperature	390 °C
Viscosity (20 °C)	416.6 cP
Density	1.04 g/cm³
Impurity Profile	Methylimidazole <1000 ppm; Halogens <1000 ppm; Water <1000 ppm
Quality Verification	NMR: Passed

Industrial Applications

This ionic liquid serves as a versatile component in next-generation energy and chemical processes due to its wide electrochemical window, thermal stability, and tunable solvation properties. Key application areas include:

Electrolyte formulations for lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and fuel cells
Green reaction media for catalysis, including transition-metal-catalyzed cross-coupling reactions
Separation agents in extractive distillation and gas absorption (e.g., CO₂ capture)
Functional additives in lubricants and anti-static coatings

As a long-chain alkyl-substituted imidazolium salt, it offers enhanced hydrophobicity and lower volatility compared to short-chain analogs, making it suitable for moisture-sensitive applications.

Manufacturing & Supply Capability

Backed by over 15 years of expertise in ionic liquid R&D and production since 2007, we offer scalable supply from gram-scale laboratory quantities to multi-hundred-ton industrial batches. Our facility adheres to strict quality management systems, providing comprehensive documentation including Certificates of Analysis (COA), safety data sheets (SDS), and custom synthesis support.