Compound Q&A
What is 3-Ethyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate (CAS: 143314-16-3)?
Answer
3-Ethyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate (CAS: 143314-16-3) is an organic salt composed of a 1H-imidazolium cation and tetrafluoroborate anion. It is a crystalline solid with high thermal stability and is commonly used as a catalyst or ionic liquid in chemical reactions. Its structure features an imidazole ring with ethyl and methyl substituents, contributing to its unique chemical properties.
About
CAS No
143314-16-3
English Name
3-Ethyl-1-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium tetrafluoroborate
Molecular Formula
C6H11BF4N2
Molecular Weight
197.97 g/mol
SMILES
[B-](F)(F)(F)F.CCN1C=C[N+](=C1)C
InChIKey
CUNYTRQQXKCRTJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:09
