Product Name: 1,3-Dimethylimidazolium Trifluoromethanesulfonate
Synonyms: 1,3-Dimethylimidazolium triflate, DimimOTf
Chemical Formula: C6H9F3N2O3S
CAS Number: 864058-18-4
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemicals, industrial synthesis, specialty solvents
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GHS Classification: Eye irritation Category 2, Skin irritation Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves, avoid breathing vapors, wash thoroughly after handling, use in a well-ventilated area
Potential Health Effects: Eye and skin redness, coughing, sore throat, possible allergic reactions in sensitive individuals
Chemical Identity: 1,3-Dimethylimidazolium Trifluoromethanesulfonate
CAS Number: 864058-18-4
Concentration: 98-100%
Impurities: None known at standard purity for laboratory grade
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical attention if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing, get medical evaluation if irritation persists
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep at rest, consult a physician if symptoms like shortness of breath or coughing occur
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, seek immediate medical assistance, do not induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel
Most Important Symptoms/Effects: Redness, pain, irritation of affected areas, respiratory discomfort
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, CO2, or alcohol-resistant foam
Special Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions including carbon oxides, sulfur oxides, nitrogen oxides, and hydrogen fluoride
Advice for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear with self-contained breathing apparatus, avoid inhaling combustion products, control run-off from firefighting to prevent environmental contamination
Explosion Data: Not sensitive to mechanical impact or static discharge, avoid accumulation of dust or thermal decomposition
Personal Precautions: Use appropriate personal protective equipment, ventilate affected area, avoid skin and eye contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do, avoid discharge into drains, waterways or soil
Containment and Cleanup: Absorb with inert material, place in chemical waste container, use non-sparking tools, wash spill site after material pickup to handle residues responsibly
Decontamination: Dispose material following local, regional, national, and international regulations, refrain from creating dust
Safe Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, handle only in well-ventilated areas, keep away from sources of ignition
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke while using this product, keep work area clean
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed container, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible materials including strong oxidizers and acids
Incompatibilities: Halogens, strong reducing agents, strong bases, prevent exposure to direct sunlight, moisture
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OELs, minimize exposure through good industrial hygiene
Engineering Controls: Use chemical fume hood, local exhaust ventilation, maintain eyewash stations and safety showers nearby
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles or face shield, lab coat or apron, appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate
Environmental Precautions: Prevent uncontrolled release into the environment through best practices and engineering controls
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Odor: Mild, characteristic
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not available
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 25-35°C
Boiling Point/Range: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: >100°C (closed cup)
Flammability (Solid, Gas): Not flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not determined
Solubility in Water: Miscible
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C
Viscosity: Relatively high, exact value varies with grade and temperature
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard temperature and pressures for chemical storage
Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizers, acid chlorides, or bases
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, bases, oxidizing agents, reactive metals
Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, hydrogen fluoride, trifluoromethanesulfonic acid
Conditions to Avoid: Strong heating, sources of ignition, moisture ingress
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, dermal, ocular
Acute Effects: Eye and skin irritation, coughing, sore throat
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may aggravate pre-existing conditions or cause dermatitis
LD50 and Toxicity Data: Data not fully established for this compound, use caution in absence of comprehensive toxicological profiling
Carcinogenicity: No components listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Other Health Hazards: No evidence of mutagenic or reproductive toxicity at standard exposure levels
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, avoid discharge to water systems
Persistence and Degradability: Low volatility, not readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulation: Potential for bioaccumulation, limited data on environmental mobility
Soil Mobility: Likely to retain in water phase, limited movement through soil
Other Effects: No data on toxicity to birds, plants, or terrestrial invertebrates
Disposal Methods: Gather waste in sealable, appropriately labeled containers, follow local regulations for disposal of hazardous chemical waste
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, offer for recycling or puncture and dispose in accordance with local waste authority
Precautions During Disposal: Do not allow into drains, sewage, or natural waterways, avoid dust and vapor release, consult environmental authorities for best practices
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transportation
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: Not listed, but prevent release to sea or surface water
Special Precautions: Package securely to avoid leakage, use secondary containment if transporting in bulk
US Federal Regulations: Not listed under SARA Title III Sections 302, 304, or 313
TSCA Inventory: Listed
OSHA Status: Not regulated
European Union: Not classified as a dangerous substance under current regulations, REACH compliant
Canadian Regulations: DSL/NDSL listed, not subject to WHMIS classification
Other Regulations: Assess according to local, state, and national compliance, maintain thorough recordkeeping for workplace and laboratory storage, reference any regional or country-specific hazard communication programs
