Compound Q&A
How is 1-Ethyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium methyl sulfate (CAS: 516474-01-4) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-Ethyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium methyl sulfate is synthesized by treating 1-ethyl-3-methylimidazole with methyl sulfate. The reaction proceeds via methyl substitution, yielding the desired product. Commonly, this is performed in pyridine or another suitable solvent at room temperature. The yield is typically around 80-85%, and the product can be purified by recrystallization from water or ethanol.
About
CAS No
516474-01-4
English Name
1-Ethyl-3-methyl-1H-imidazol-3-ium methyl sulfate
Molecular Formula
C7H14N2O4S
Molecular Weight
222.26 g/mol
SMILES
COS([O-])(=O)=O.CC[N+]1=CN(C)C=C1
InChIKey
BXSDLSWVIAITRQ-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Last Updated: 2025-10-23 07:31
