1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate

Synonym(s):1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate;BMIMBF₄

CAS NO.：174501-65-6
Empirical Formula: C8H15BF4N2
Molecular Weight: 226.02
MDL number: MFCD03095449
EINECS: 638-831-1
SAFETY DATA SHEET (SDS)
Update Date: 2024-11-12 15:22:20

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate Structural

What is 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate?

Physical properties

Clear yellowish-orange oil

The Uses of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate may be used as an extractant for the removal of dibenzothiophene (DBS) from liquid fuels via extractive desulfurization.

The Uses of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate

Solvent for organic reactions.

The Uses of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate ([BMIM]BF₄) can be used:??

As a reaction medium for the preparation NH₄TiOF₃ mesocrystals, which are converted into TiO₂ based nanostructures.????????
As a working fluid along with 2,2,2-trifluoroethanol in absorption heat pumps or chillers.???????
As an electrolyte in lithium-ion batteries and double layer capacitors.

General Description

1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate is a high-purity ionic liquid (HPIL) with low water and halogen content.

Properties of 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate

Melting point:	-71 °C
Density	1.21 g/mL at 20 °C (lit.)
refractive index	n20/D 1.52
Flash point:	288 °C
storage temp.	Store below +30°C.
solubility	Chloroform (Slightly), Methanol (Slightly)
form	Viscous Liquid
color	Clear yellow-orange
PH	5 (H2O, 20℃)
Water Solubility	Miscible with acetone, acetonitrile, ethyl acetate, isopropyl alcohol and methylene chloride. Immiscible with hexane, toluene and water.
Stability:	hygroscopic
InChI	InChI=1S/C8H15N2.BF4/c1-3-4-5-10-7-6-9(2)8-10;2-1(3,4)5/h6-8H,3-5H2,1-2H3;/q+1;-1
CAS DataBase Reference	174501-65-6(CAS DataBase Reference)

Safety information for 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate

Signal word	Danger
Pictogram(s)	Skull and Crossbones Acute Toxicity GHS06 Environment GHS09
GHS Hazard Statements	H301:Acute toxicity,oral H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation H411:Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard
Precautionary Statement Codes	P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P270:Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273:Avoid release to the environment. P301+P310:IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing.