Tributylmethylammonium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide

Description

Product Description
Tributylmethylammonium bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide (CAS 405514-94-5) is a hydrophobic ionic liquid composed of a tributylmethylammonium cation and a bis(trifluoromethylsulfonyl)imide anion. This compound is widely utilized as a high-performance electrolyte in lithium-ion batteries, supercapacitors, and electrochemical devices due to its exceptional thermal stability, low volatility, and high ionic conductivity. It also serves as a catalyst in organic synthesis and a solvent in specialized polymer processing.

Technical Specification

Parameter	Specification
Purity	98%
Appearance	clear liquid
Melting Point	27°C
Solubility	Miscible with polar aprotic solvents (e.g., acetonitrile, DCM); immiscible with water
Density	1.27g/ml
Thermal Stability	Stable up to 300°C (decomposition initiates at higher temperatures)
Conductivity	1–5 mS/cm (25°C, dependent on solvent system)

Key Advantages
·High Ionic Conductivity: Enables efficient charge transfer in energy storage systems, particularly in high-voltage lithium-ion batteries.
·Low Volatility: Ideal for high-temperature applications, reducing evaporation risks in electrochemical devices.
·Wide Electrochemical Window: Supports stable operation in supercapacitors and advanced battery chemistries.
·Hydrophobicity: Minimizes moisture sensitivity, enhancing shelf life and process compatibility.
·Customizable Purity: Available in grades from 95% to 99.9% for research or industrial use.

Applications
·Energy Storage: Electrolyte additive for lithium-ion batteries and supercapacitors to improve cycle life and safety.
·Organic Synthesis: Catalyst in alkylation and polymerization reactions.
·Polymer Electrolytes: Solvent for ion-conductive membranes in fuel cells.
·Electroplating: Non-aqueous electrolyte for metal deposition processes.

Quality Assurance
·Batch-Specific COA: Includes NMR, FTIR, and mass spectrometry data to verify structure and purity.
·Regulatory Compliance: Meets REACH and TSCA requirements; RoHS-compliant grades available.

Safety & Handling
·Hazard Classification: Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2, H315); may cause eye damage (H318).
·Protective Measures: Use nitrile gloves, goggles, and fume hoods during handling.
·Storage: Keep in sealed containers under inert gas (e.g., argon) at 15–25°C.
·Disposal: Incinerate as hazardous waste; avoid release into waterways.