An overview of magnetic ionic liquids: From synthetic strategies to applications in microextraction techniques

Remarkable progress has been achieved in the application of magnetic ionic liquids in microextraction-based procedures. These materials exhibit unique physicochemical properties of ionic liquids featuring additional responses to magnetic fields by incorporating a paramagnetic component within the chemical structure. This intriguing property can open new horizons in analytical extractions because the solvent manipulation is facilitated. Moreover, the tunable chemical structures of magnetic ionic liquids also allow for task-specific extractions that can significantly increase the method selectivity. This review aimed at providing an up-to-date overview of articles involving synthesis, physicochemical properties, and applications of magnetic ionic liquids highlighting recent developments and configurations. Moreover, a section containing critical evaluation and future trends in magnetic ionic liquid-based extractions is included.

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Remarkable progress has been made in the application of magnetic ionic liquids in microextraction, offering new possibilities for analytical extractions with simplified solvent manipulation and increased selectivity. The tunable chemical structures of magnetic ionic liquids allow for task-specific extractions. This review provides an up-to-date overview of synthesis, physicochemical properties, applications, critical evaluation, and future trends in the field.