Compound Q&A
How is 1-Methyl-3-propylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate (CAS: 216300-12-8) typically synthesized?
Answer
1-Methyl-3-propylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate is typically synthesized by reacting 1-methyl-3-propylimidazolium bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide (TFSI) with hexafluorophosphate (PF6) in an aprotic solvent like acetonitrile. The reaction is conducted under anhydrous conditions to avoid hydrolysis. Yields are generally high, with selectivity towards the hexafluorophosphate salt.
About
CAS No
216300-12-8
English Name
1-Methyl-3-propylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate
Molecular Formula
C7H13F6N2P
Molecular Weight
270.16 g/mol
SMILES
CCCN1C=C[N+](=C1)C.F[P-](F)(F)(F)(F)F
InChIKey
WSQGDTFNZPZTHQ-UHFFFAOYSA-O
Last Updated: 2025-11-01 18:55
