Product Name: 1-Allyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tosylate
Synonyms: AMIM Tosylate
Chemical Formula: C13H16N2O3S
CAS Number: 41672-81-5
Recommended Use: Solvent, Ionic Liquid
Manufacturer: Contact details found on supplier’s label
Emergency Contact: Local Poison Control or Emergency Response Number
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin or eye irritation on contact. Prolonged exposure can worsen symptoms.
Precautionary Statements: Wear gloves and goggles. Work in a well-ventilated area.
Chemical Name: 1-Allyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tosylate
Concentration: >98%
Impurities: Trace imidazolium derivatives, minor toluenesulfonate by-products
Molecular Weight: 280.34 g/mol
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air. If breathing issues develop, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact: Rinse affected area with soap and water for at least fifteen minutes. Remove contaminated clothing.
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with plenty of water. Lift eyelids occasionally. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical help if large quantities have been swallowed.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, CO₂, dry chemical powder, foam
Specific Hazards: Combustion may produce toxic gases such as nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, and carbon monoxide.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing.
Special Procedures: Prevent fire water from entering drains or watercourses.
Personal Precautions: Avoid contacting spilled material. Wear gloves, goggles, and appropriate protection.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, basements, or water sources by diking spill.
Clean-up Methods: Absorb with inert material like sand. Collect in suitable closed container for disposal. Ventilate spill area after clean-up.
Handling: Use local exhaust ventilation. Avoid direct contact with liquid. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers.
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Protect from light and moisture.
Exposure Limits: No established workplace exposure limits for this compound.
Engineering Controls: Use fume hood or local exhaust ventilation to minimize exposure.
Personal Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, protective clothing. Always wash hands after handling.
Respiratory Protection: Use certified respirator with appropriate cartridge if risk of vapor inhalation exists.
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Odor: Slight aromatic
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Near neutral in water
Melting Point: -17°C to 12°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not determined (typically high for ionic liquids)
Solubility: Miscible with water and polar organic solvents
Density: 1.29–1.34 g/cm³ at 25°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Viscosity: 75-250 mPas (varies with temperature)
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature under recommended conditions.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents can cause reaction or degradation.
Hazardous Decomposition: May emit hazardous gases including nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, and carbon oxides on heating or burning.
Polymerization: No known risk of hazardous polymerization under normal conditions.
Acute Toxicity: Data are limited, no significant acute toxicity reported in animal studies.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild temporary irritation on prolonged contact.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause short-term irritation.
Respiratory Sensitization: Not expected with good laboratory practice.
Delayed/Chronic Effects: No convincing evidence for long-term toxicity based on available data.
Ingestion: Low toxicity, but large amounts may lead to gastrointestinal disturbance.
Additional Data: No data on carcinogenicity, mutagenicity, or reproductive effects.
Ecotoxicity: No data showing significant acute toxicity to aquatic life, but limited long-term studies. Possibility of chronic effects on aquatic invertebrates or plants.
Persistence and Degradability: Compound is generally described as persistent. Limited biodegradation observed in environmental media.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate significantly due to the ionic structure.
Mobility in Soil: Likely to remain in the water phase; low volatility; potential for groundwater contamination if released in large quantities.
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid direct release to environment as a precaution.
Product Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations for hazardous organic chemicals. Consider incineration by licensed chemical disposal company.
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of empty containers as hazardous waste. Rinse thoroughly before disposal.
Special Precautions: Do not dump into sewers, drains, or natural waterways.
UN Number: None assigned for this specific ionic liquid as not regulated under most international transport codes.
Proper Shipping Name: Chemical, N.O.S. (Not Otherwise Specified)
Hazard Class: Not regulated as a dangerous good
Packing Group: Not regulated
Marine Pollutant: Not classified
Transport Precautions: Avoid physical damage to containers and exposure to moisture during transit.
TSCA (US): Listed or exempt
REACH (EU): Registered or pre-registered; check with supplier for latest status
OSHA Hazards: Not OSHA hazardous chemical
SARA Title III: No specific reporting requirements
DSL (Canada): Listed
Other International Regulations: Subject to chemical safety assessment under regional law
