Imidazolium formate

Yellow, viscous ionic liquid supplied as the imidazolium salt of formic acid. Designed for industrial and research use, this material combines the solvating properties of an imidazolium-based ionic liquid with the small, highly soluble formate anion.

Key specifications

• Appearance: yellow viscous liquid
• CAS: 143314-17-4
• Molecular formula: C4H6N2O2
• Molecular weight: 114.10 g/mol
• Product ID / internal code: IMFO-001

Key features

• Imidazolium-based ionic liquid offering good aqueous solubility and the ability to dissolve challenging biomolecules (e.g., certain carbohydrates, proteins and poorly soluble APIs).
• Low viscosity and low volatility compared with many organic solvents, facilitating handling and formulation.
• Designed for recyclability and reduced environmental impact relative to some traditional solvents.

Typical applications

• Biorefinery processes: biomass dissolution, pretreatment and fractionation where strong solvency and recyclability are required.
• Pharmaceutical research and formulation: solubilisation of hard-to-dissolve drug candidates and excipients (laboratory and development use).
• Electrochemistry and battery R&D: non-aqueous or low-volatility electrolyte component where ionic conductivity and stability are needed.
• Specialty chemical synthesis where an ionic reaction medium or phase-transfer environment is advantageous.

Benefits for B2B purchasers

• Versatile performance across chemistry, materials and life-science applications.
• Reduced handling risks compared with volatile organic solvents; suitable for integration into continuous processes and recycling workflows.
• Supplied with clear identification (CAS and formula) to support regulatory documentation and procurement.

Regulatory & handling

• Provided for industrial and laboratory use. Request Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical datasheet for detailed hazard, storage and handling guidance, purity grades and available packaging sizes.