Basic properties of isobutyl-2-methylimidazole Isobutyl-2-methylimidazole (1-Butyl-2-methylimidazole, referred to as BMIM) is an organic compound with a unique chemical structure and belongs to an imidazole derivative. Its molecular formula is C8H13N2 and its molecular weight is 135.20 g/mol. Structurally, BMIM consists of an imidazole ring and two side chains: one isobutyl and the other is methyl....