1-(3-Cyanopropyl)-3-methylimidazolium dicyanamide
1-(3-Cyanopropyl)-3-methylimidazolium dicyanamide (CAS 879866-74-7) is a nitrile-functionalised, task-specific imidazolium ionic liquid with the molecular formula C10H12N6 and a molar mass of 216.24 g/mol. It pairs a cyanopropyl-bearing imidazolium cation with a dicyanamide anion, giving a low-volatility, polar liquid medium. Tech Serve Solutions supplies it at ≥98.5% (HPLC/T) as a research-grade reagent, principally for transition-metal-catalysed coupling chemistry and specialty synthesis.
- IUPAC
- 1-Methyl-3-(3-cyanopropyl)imidazolium dicyanamide
- Synonyms
- 1-(3-Cyanopropyl)-3-methylimidazolium dicyanamide1-Methyl-3-(3-cyanopropyl)imidazolium dicyanamide3-(3-Cyanopropyl)-1-methylimidazolium dicyanamideCPMIM dicyanamidenitrile-functionalised imidazolium ionic liquidCAS 879866-74-7
Suzuki and Stille coupling media
The nitrile-functionalised ionic liquid shows favourable characteristics as a reaction medium in palladium-catalysed Suzuki and Stille cross-coupling reactions. The pendant nitrile group can help stabilise catalytic species during carbon-carbon bond formation.
Task-specific ionic liquid solvent
As a designer ionic liquid, it serves as a low-volatility, thermally stable polar medium for organic and organometallic transformations where conventional volatile solvents are unsuitable.
Transition-metal catalysis support
The coordinating nitrile functionality and dicyanamide anion can interact with metal centres, making the compound of interest as a tunable medium or ligand environment in homogeneous catalysis studies.
Research and method development
It is used in academic and industrial laboratories for the study of ionic-liquid behaviour, solvent effects and reaction optimisation in fine-chemical and specialty synthesis.
| Molecular weight | 216.24 |
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| Empirical formula | C10H12N6 |
| Assay | ≥98.5% (HPLC/T) |
| Refractive index | n20/D 1.524 |
| Impurities tested | ≤0.5% water |
| Application | Nitrile-functionalized ionic liquid showing superior characteristics in Suzuki and Stille coupling reactions1. |
Hazard statements
- H315Causes skin irritation
- H319Causes serious eye irritation
- H335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas or vapours
- P305IF IN EYES
| Protective equipment | Eyeshields, full-face respirator (US), Gloves, multi-purpose combination respirator cartridge (US), type ABEK (EN14387) respirator filter |
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| Water hazard class (WGK, DE) | 3 |
| Hazard codes (EU) | Xi |
| Risk statements (R) | 36/37/38 |
| Safety statements (S) | 26 |
Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.
Documentation
Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.
Supply & logistics
Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.
What is 1-(3-Cyanopropyl)-3-methylimidazolium dicyanamide used for?
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It is a nitrile-functionalised imidazolium ionic liquid used mainly as a designer reaction medium in transition-metal catalysis, where it shows favourable characteristics in palladium-catalysed Suzuki and Stille cross-coupling reactions. More generally it acts as a low-volatility, polar solvent for organic and organometallic synthesis and for ionic-liquid research.
What is the CAS number and molecular formula of 1-(3-Cyanopropyl)-3-methylimidazolium dicyanamide?
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The CAS number is 879866-74-7 and the molecular formula is C10H12N6, with a molecular weight of 216.24 g/mol. The MDL number is MFCD09265208. It is also known as 1-Methyl-3-(3-cyanopropyl)imidazolium dicyanamide.
What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?
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Tech Serve Solutions supplies this product as a research-grade ionic liquid with an assay of ≥ 98.5% (HPLC/T) and a water content of ≤ 0.5%; the reported refractive index is n20/D 1.524. We do not represent it as a USP, BP or EP pharmacopoeial grade. A certificate of analysis is provided with each batch, and specifications can be confirmed against your requirements before despatch.
What are the safety and handling precautions for this ionic liquid?
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It is classified under GHS07 with the signal word Warning. The hazard statements are H315 (causes skin irritation), H319 (causes serious eye irritation) and H335 (may cause respiratory irritation). Handle it with suitable gloves and eye protection, avoid breathing dust, mist or vapour, and use adequate ventilation. If it gets in the eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes and seek medical advice. Always consult the Safety Data Sheet before use.
How is 1-(3-Cyanopropyl)-3-methylimidazolium dicyanamide packed, shipped and exported?
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The product is packed in tightly sealed, suitably inert containers sized for laboratory and bulk requirements, with full labelling and documentation. As a moisture-sensitive ionic liquid it is protected against humidity during transit. Tech Serve Solutions exports worldwide with the appropriate SDS, certificate of analysis and shipping paperwork; it is assigned WGK 3 (German Water Hazard Class) for storage and disposal handling.
How do I request a sample or quote?
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Contact Tech Serve Solutions with your required quantity, purity and packaging, and we will respond with a quotation, lead time and available documentation. Samples can be arranged on request, subject to availability and applicable shipping requirements.
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