Cas no 79917-90-1 (1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride)

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride ([BMIM]Cl) is an ionic liquid belonging to the imidazolium family, widely recognized for its high thermal stability, low volatility, and excellent solvation properties. Its polar nature and tunable physicochemical characteristics make it a versatile solvent in catalysis, electrochemistry, and organic synthesis. The compound exhibits good solubility for a range of materials, including cellulose, enabling applications in biomass processing. Additionally, its stability under harsh conditions and recyclability enhance its utility in green chemistry. [BMIM]Cl serves as a key intermediate in the preparation of other ionic liquids, further broadening its industrial and research applications.
1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride structure
79917-90-1 structure
Product Name:1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride
CAS No:79917-90-1
MF:C8H15ClN2
MW:174.671100854874
MDL:MFCD03095425
CID:60154
PubChem ID:87565054
Update Time:2025-12-09

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride Chemical and Physical Properties

Names and Identifiers

    • 3-Butyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride
    • [BMIm] Cl
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride
    • 1-butyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium,chloride
    • 1-n-Butyl-3-MethyliMidazoliuM Chloride
    • BMIMCL
    • 1-Methyl-3-butylimidazolium chloride
    • N-Butyl-N′-methylimidazolium chloride
    • Basionics? ST 70
    • 1H-Imidazolium,1-butyl-3-methyl-, chloride (9CI)
    • 1-Butyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazolium chloride
    • 3-Butyl-1-methylimidazolium chloride
    • Basionic ST 70
    • N-Butyl-N'-methylimidazolium chloride
    • [BMIM]Cl
    • (Bmim)Cl
    • 41PS77334A
    • 1-butyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride
    • DSSTox_RID_78878
    • DSSTox_CID_11461
    • DSSTox_GSID_31461
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazoliumchloride
    • Butylmethylimidazolium chloride [M
    • 3-Butyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-iumchloride
    • A864791
    • C4MIM CHLORIDE
    • NCGC00259239-01
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride (HPLC)
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, >=99.0% (HPLC)
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, >=99%
    • Q5772857
    • 1-methyl-3-butyl imidazolium chloride
    • Butylmethylimidazolium chloride
    • UNII-41PS77334A
    • 79917-90-1
    • Basionic ST-70
    • Tox21_303611
    • FT-0608140
    • SY023278
    • NS00078603
    • 1-butyl-3-methylimi-dazolium chloride
    • 1-butyl-3-methyl imidazolium chloride
    • 1H-Imidazolium, 3-butyl-1-methyl-, chloride (1:1)
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride [BMIM]Cl
    • FHDQNOXQSTVAIC-UHFFFAOYSA-M
    • CAS-79917-90-1
    • AKOS015901576
    • AS-17508
    • 1-butyl-3-methylimidazol-3-ium;chloride
    • SCHEMBL3859328
    • Butylmethylimidazolium chloride [MI]
    • DTXCID4011461
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, >=98.0% (HPLC)
    • DTXSID6031461
    • C8H15ClN2
    • Q-102658
    • SCHEMBL36718
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, puriss
    • AC-30201
    • AC1310
    • MFCD03095425
    • AKOS015833153
    • B2194
    • CHEMBL3183408
    • Tox21_201690
    • NCGC00257359-01
    • CS-W017474
    • 3-butyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium chloride (Ionic liquid)
    • 1H-Imidazolium, 1-butyl-3-methyl-, chloride (9CI)
    • 1-Butyl-3-methyiimidazoiium chloride
    • 1-Butyl-3-methylimidizolium chloride
    • [C4Mim+][Cl-]
    • [C4Mim]Cl
    • Basionics ST 70
    • LM 1039
    • 1HImidazolium, 3butyl1methyl, chloride (1:1)
    • BMIM Cl
    • 1Butyl3methylimidazolium chloride
    • 1Methyl3butylimidazolium chloride
    • 3Butyl1methylimidazolium chloride
    • 1nButyl3methylimidazolium chloride
    • Basionic ST70
    • 1Butyl3methyl1Himidazolium chloride
    • 1HImidazolium, 1butyl3methyl, chloride (9Cl)
    • MDL: MFCD03095425
    • Inchi: 1S/C8H15N2.ClH/c1-3-4-5-10-7-6-9(2)8-10;/h6-8H,3-5H2,1-2H3;1H/q+1;/p-1
    • InChI Key: FHDQNOXQSTVAIC-UHFFFAOYSA-M
    • SMILES: [Cl-].C1N(C)C=[N+](CCCC)C=1
    • BRN: 6449277

Computed Properties

  • Exact Mass: 174.09200
  • Monoisotopic Mass: 174.092
  • Isotope Atom Count: 0
  • Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 0
  • Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 1
  • Heavy Atom Count: 11
  • Rotatable Bond Count: 3
  • Complexity: 93.3
  • Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
  • Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count : 0
  • Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
  • Topological Polar Surface Area: 8.8
  • Surface Charge: 0

Experimental Properties

  • Color/Form: White lens powder
  • Density: d25 1.08 (dried)
  • Melting Point: ~70?°C
  • Flash Point: Fahrenheit: 377.6 ° f < br / > Celsius: 192 ° C < br / >
  • Water Partition Coefficient: Soluble in acetone, acetonitrile, hot ethyl acetate, isopropyl alcohol, methylene chloride and methanol. Insoluble in water, hexane and toluene,
  • Stability/Shelf Life: hygroscopic
  • PSA: 8.81000
  • LogP: -1.88330
  • Sensitiveness: Hygroscopic
  • Solubility: Soluble in water.

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride Security Information

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride Customs Data

  • HS CODE:2933290090
  • Customs Data:

    China Customs Code:

    2933290090

    Overview:

    2933290090. Other compounds with non fused imidazole ring in structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax refund rate:13.0%. Regulatory conditions:nothing. MFN tariff:6.5%. general tariff:20.0%

    Declaration elements:

    Product Name, component content, use to, Please indicate the appearance of Urotropine, 6- caprolactam please indicate the appearance, Signing date

    Summary:

    2933290090. other compounds containing an unfused imidazole ring (whether or not hydrogenated) in the structure. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. . MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:20.0%

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1.1 5 d, 80 °C
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Professional Introduction to 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride (CAS No. 79917-90-1)

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride, identified by the chemical compound code CAS No. 79917-90-1, is a quaternary ammonium salt that has garnered significant attention in the field of chemical biology and pharmaceutical research due to its unique structural and functional properties. This compound belongs to the class of imidazolium-based ionic liquids, which are known for their low volatility, high thermal stability, and tunable solvation properties. These characteristics make 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride a versatile solvent and mediator in various biochemical applications, including catalysis, drug delivery systems, and biomolecular interactions.

The molecular structure of 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride consists of a symmetric imidazolium ring substituted with a butyl group at the 1-position and a methyl group at the 3-position, with a chloride anion counterbalancing the positive charge. This specific arrangement imparts favorable solvency characteristics, enabling the compound to dissolve a wide range of polar and non-polar substances. Such solvency is particularly valuable in pharmaceutical research, where efficient extraction and purification of bioactive molecules are critical.

In recent years, 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride has been extensively studied for its potential applications in green chemistry and sustainable industrial processes. Ionic liquids like this one are considered environmentally benign alternatives to traditional organic solvents due to their negligible vapor pressure and high recyclability. For instance, researchers have explored the use of 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride as a reaction medium in enzymatic catalysis, where it enhances the efficiency of biocatalytic reactions by stabilizing enzyme structures and improving substrate accessibility.

Moreover, the compound has shown promise in the development of novel drug delivery systems. Its ability to form stable complexes with hydrophobic drugs has been leveraged to create controlled-release formulations that improve bioavailability and reduce side effects. Preliminary studies indicate that 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride can facilitate the encapsulation of therapeutic agents into nanoparticles, enhancing their targeted delivery to specific cellular compartments. This capability is particularly relevant in oncology research, where localized drug release can minimize systemic toxicity.

Recent advancements in computational chemistry have further illuminated the potential of 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride as a modulator of biomolecular interactions. Molecular dynamics simulations have revealed that this ionic liquid can stabilize protein structures by forming specific hydrogen bonding networks with polar residues. This stabilization effect has been exploited in structural biology studies to obtain high-resolution crystallographic data from thermally labile proteins that are difficult to crystallize under conventional conditions.

The pharmaceutical industry has also shown interest in 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride for its role as an intermediate in synthesizing novel heterocyclic compounds. Its imidazolium core serves as a versatile scaffold for medicinal chemistry innovation, allowing chemists to design derivatives with enhanced pharmacological properties. For example, researchers have synthesized analogs of this compound that exhibit potent antimicrobial activity by modifying the alkyl substituents on the imidazolium ring or introducing additional functional groups.

In conclusion, 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride (CAS No. 79917-90-1) represents a significant advancement in chemical biology and pharmaceutical research due to its multifaceted applications. Its unique solvency profile, environmental benefits, and potential in drug development make it a valuable asset for scientists working across disciplines. As research continues to uncover new uses for this compound, its importance is expected to grow further, driving innovation in both academic and industrial settings.

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