1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate… 174501-65-6

Name: 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC)
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-001468

About 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC)

Listed under CAS 174501-65-6, 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate is an ionic liquid available from Vaqora Chemicals, specified at 98.5% purity. The compound has the formula C8H15BF4N2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 226.03 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 1-butyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate. Common synonyms include Bmim tetrafluoroborate and Butylmethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate.

It is supplied as a colourless to light yellow liquid. Reported physical data include a density of 1.21 g/mL at 20 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include green reaction media, electrochemistry, extraction and separation and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in academic and industrial research and batteries and energy storage.

Available in 5 g, 50 g and 5 x 1 kg packs, 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Green reaction media
Electrochemistry
Extraction & separation
Organic synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC)
Catalogue No.	VQ-001468
CAS Number	174501-65-6
IUPAC name	1-butyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₅BF₄N₂
Molecular weight	226.03 g/mol
Exact mass	226.1264
Purity / assay	98.5%
HSN code	29339900
InChIKey	LSBXQLQATZTAPE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	[B-](F)(F)(F)F.CCCCN1C=C[N+](=C1)C
PubChem CID	2734178

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Colourless to light yellow liquid
Density	1.21 g/mL at 20 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 5
TPSA	8.8 Å²
UN number	UN 3265
Synonyms	1-n-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate, Bmim Tetrafluoroborate, Butylmethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, 1-Methyl-3-butylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, 3-Butyl-1-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, 3-Butyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate, 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium terafluoroborate, [Bmim]BF4, BmimBF4, 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluorborate

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 174501-65-6

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, 98%

CAS: 174501-65-6
Formula: C₈H₁₅BF₄N₂
MW: 226.03 g/mol

VQ-001467

HPLC

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for HPLC 97%

CAS: 174501-65-6
Formula: C₈H₁₅BF₄N₂
MW: 226.03 g/mol

VQ-001469

Puriss

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

CAS: 174501-65-6
Formula: C₈H₁₅BF₄N₂
MW: 226.03 g/mol

VQ-001470

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC)?

The CAS Registry Number of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC) is 174501-65-6. It is also known as 1-n-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate, Bmim Tetrafluoroborate, Butylmethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC)?

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC) has the molecular formula C8H15BF4N2 and a molecular weight of 226.03 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 1-butyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate.

Which grade and pack sizes of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC) can I order?

We supply 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC) in (98.5%) grade, in 5 g, 50 g, 5 x 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 tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC)?

Yes. Every lot of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC) 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 tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC) be shipped internationally?

Yes. 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, for catalysis, ≥99%+ (HPLC) is classified as hazardous (UN 3265), 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.