1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99%

Name: 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001450

About 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99%

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride is an ionic liquid carrying the CAS registry number 79917-90-1 at a purity of ≥99%. With the molecular formula C8H15ClN2, it has a molar mass of 174.67 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 1-butyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium chloride. It is also known as BMIMCl or 1-n-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride.

The material typically appears as a white to faint yellow powder or solid or crystals or crystalline chunk to liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of ~70 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 5 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Key uses span green reaction media, electrochemistry, extraction and separation and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research, batteries and energy storage and polymers and plastics.

We offer 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride in 5 g, 25 g and 1 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Green reaction media
Electrochemistry
Extraction & separation
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-001450
CAS Number	79917-90-1
IUPAC name	1-butyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium chloride
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₅ClN₂
Molecular weight	174.67 g/mol
Exact mass	174.0924
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29339900
InChIKey	FHDQNOXQSTVAIC-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CCCCN1C=C[N+](=C1)C.[Cl-]
PubChem CID	2734161

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to faint yellow powder or solid or crystals or crystalline chunk to liquid
Melting point	~70 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 1
TPSA	8.8 Å²
Synonyms	BMIMCl, 1-n-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride, (Bmim)Cl, Basionic ST-70, [bmim]cl, 3-Butyl-1-methylimidazolium chloride, 1H-Imidazolium, 3-butyl-1-methyl-, chloride (1:1), (bmim)Br, Butylmethylimidazolium chloride, 3-Butyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride, 1-butyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Toxic

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H301Toxic if swallowed
H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 79917-90-1

HPLC

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 98% (HPLC)

CAS: 79917-90-1
Formula: C₈H₁₅ClN₂
MW: 174.67 g/mol

VQ-001449

Puriss

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, puriss, 98%

CAS: 79917-90-1
Formula: C₈H₁₅ClN₂
MW: 174.67 g/mol

VQ-001451

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99% is 79917-90-1. It is also known as BMIMCl, 1-n-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride, (Bmim)Cl.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99%?

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99% has the molecular formula C8H15ClN2 and a molecular weight of 174.67 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-butyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium chloride.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99% can I order?

We supply 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99% in (≥99%) grade, in 5 g, 25 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, 99% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.