1-Hexadecyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate, CAS: 244193-64-4

Key Applications:

Solvent and Medium for Interfacial and Surface‑Driven Processes

• Supports studies of interfacial charge transfer, micelle formation, and surfactant–ionic liquid interactions due to its long C16 alkyl chain and amphiphilic character.
• Useful in tuning hydrophobic microenvironments for extraction, partitioning, and phase‑behavior research.

Surfactant‑Like Ionic Liquid for Colloids and Nanomaterials

• Acts as a structure‑directing agent in nanoparticle synthesis, particularly for hydrophobic or surface‑passivated systems.
• Facilitates dispersion and stabilization of nanomaterials in non‑aqueous or mixed‑solvent systems.
• Enables controlled growth of anisotropic nanostructures through templating and interfacial assembly.

Hydrophobic Ionic Liquid for Separation and Extraction

• Suitable for liquid–liquid extraction of hydrophobic organics, dyes, and metal complexes where long‑chain imidazolium ILs enhance selectivity.
• Provides phase‑separation behavior advantageous for biphasic catalysis and solvent‑free processing.

Electrochemical and Thin‑Film Applications

• Forms stable, low‑volatility films on conductive surfaces, supporting studies in electrode modification and ion‑transport behavior.
• Useful in electrochemical systems requiring hydrophobic ionic layers or controlled interfacial organization.

Soft‑Matter and Self‑Assembly Research

• Promotes ordered mesophases, micelles, and lamellar structures due to strong amphiphilic packing.
• Employed in designing IL‑based gels, ionogels, and hybrid soft materials with tunable mechanical and transport properties.

Additive for Polymer and Composite Systems

• Enhances compatibility between hydrophobic polymers and ionic domains, improving dispersion and mechanical uniformity.
• Used in tailoring conductivity, plasticization, and surface energy in polymer blends and coatings.

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