1-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Dicyanamide: A Versatile Ionic Liquid for Modern Chemistry
What is 1-Butyl-3-Methylimidazolium Dicyanamide?
1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium dicyanamide—often written as [BMIM][DCA] or [C4mim][DCA]—is an imidazolium-based ionic liquid. It pairs low volatility with high ionic conductivity and excellent solvating ability across organic and inorganic substrates, enabling cleaner, more efficient processes versus conventional VOC solvents.
Why formulators choose [BMIM][DCA]
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Low viscosity & fast kinetics – Compared with many ionic liquids, DCA-based systems are known for relatively low viscosity, supporting heat/mass transfer and shorter cycle times.
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Broad solvation window – Efficiently dissolves a range of organics, salts, and transition-metal complexes—ideal as a reaction or extraction medium.
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Halogen-free anion – An alternative to BF₄⁻/PF₆⁻ systems where halogen management is a concern.
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Thermal & chemical robustness – Performs over wide operating ranges; suitable for continuous operations and intensified processes.
(Specs and identifiers corroborated by major catalog data.)
Typical applications
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Catalysis & organic synthesis – Reaction medium or co-solvent for coupling, alkylation, and cycloaddition chemistry, often enabling higher selectivity and recyclability of catalysts.
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Separation & extraction – Task-specific extractions of aromatics, metal ions, and specialty intermediates, reducing solvent loss and facilitating closed-loop operation.
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Electrochemistry & energy – Ionic-liquid electrolyte component for advanced electrochemical systems where conductivity and low vapor pressure are advantageous (note: choose additives to tune electrochemical window).
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Materials processing – Dispersing aid for nanomaterials and polymer modification where controlled interfacial behavior is needed.
Specifications (typical, customizable on request)
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Product name: 1-Butyl-3-methylimidazolium dicyanamide
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Synonyms: [BMIM][DCA], [C4mim][DCA]
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CAS: 448245-52-1
Quality & compliance from Hainan Sincere Industries Co., Ltd.
At Hainan Sincere Industries,we supply high-purity [BMIM][DCA] with tight controls on assay, water (Karl Fischer), residual halides/metals, color (APHA), and acidity/alkalinity. Each batch ships with COA & SDS, and we can tailor specs for battery R&D, pharma intermediates, and fine-chem applications.
Handling & safety notes
Use standard PPE; avoid prolonged air exposure; keep containers tightly closed under inert atmosphere. For regulatory, transport, and waste guidance, consult the product SDS and local regulations.
