1-Ethyl-3-methylimidazolium methylsulfate, CAS: 516474-01-4

Key Applications:

1. Biomass Processing & Green Chemistry

• Efficient solvent for cellulose dissolution, fractionation, and pretreatment.
• Supports lignocellulosic biomass conversion and valorization workflows.
• Used in ionic‑liquid‑enabled biorefinery processes where low volatility and high thermal stability are required.

2. Catalysis & Organic Synthesis

• Functions as a non‑volatile reaction medium for acid‑catalyzed transformations.
• Enhances selectivity in esterification, alkylation, and dehydration reactions.
• Serves as a recyclable ionic medium in transition‑metal‑catalyzed processes.

3. Electrochemical & Energy Applications

• Employed as a conductive ionic medium in electrochemical studies.
• Suitable for electrodeposition, redox‑active systems, and low‑temperature electrochemistry.
• Investigated as a component in proton‑conducting electrolytes and hybrid ionic systems.

4. Polymer & Materials Science

• Acts as a plasticizer, dispersant, or processing aid in polymer modification.
• Supports ion‑exchange, surface functionalization, and nanomaterial stabilization.
• Used in templating and morphology control for porous materials and hybrid composites.

5. Surfactants, Solubilization & Formulation

• Effective in micelle formation, solubilization of hydrophobic species, and colloidal stabilization.
• Useful in phase‑transfer systems and formulation of specialty chemical blends.

6. Thermal & Process Fluids

• High thermal stability and negligible vapor pressure make it suitable for:
  • Heat‑transfer media
  • High‑temperature reaction solvents
  • Process‑safe alternatives to volatile organic solvents

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