Product Name: 1-Aminoethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate
Synonyms: AEIM-BF4
CAS Number: 799256-57-6
Recommended Use: Research and chemical synthesis applications
Manufacturer Contact: Emergency support contact provided by chemical supplier
Emergency Phone: 24-hour hotline for chemical emergencies, poisoning, or spills
Address: Listed on the product packaging
Classification: Irritant to skin and eyes, may cause respiratory irritation
Hazard Codes: Eye irritation (Category 2), Skin irritation (Category 2), Acute toxicity if swallowed (Category 4)
Pictogram: Exclamation mark (GHS07)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory discomfort
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or vapors, wash thoroughly after handling, use only with adequate ventilation, avoid release to environment
Chemical Identity: 1-Aminoethyl-3-methylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate
CAS Number: 799256-57-6
Purity: 98% or higher
Impurities: Trace imidazole compounds
Molecular Formula: C6H12BF4N3
Molecular Weight: 213.99 g/mol
Inhalation: Remove affected person to fresh air immediately, keep comfortable and provide medical attention if symptoms result
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, seek medical direction for irritation or persistent discomfort
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses, obtain medical evaluation for continued pain or redness
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice promptly
Symptoms: Coughing, difficulty breathing, nausea, itchy skin, watery eyes
Advice for Medical Personnel: Symptomatic treatment focused on airway and irritation
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet may scatter material
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic and corrosive fumes under combustion, including boron trifluoride and nitrogen oxides
Protective Equipment: Full protective suit, self-contained breathing apparatus
Firefighting Procedures: Evacuate area, cool containers with water fog, approach fire upwind
Additional Information: Avoid run-off from firefighting that may enter drains or watercourses
Personal Precautions: Ventilate area, avoid creating dust, wear chemical-resistant gloves and eye shield, evacuate unprotected personnel
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entering sewers, drains, or waterways
Containment Methods: Scoop up spilled material with non-flammable absorbent, place in suitable waste container
Cleanup Procedure: Wash spill site with copious amounts of water after material pickup, dispose of according to local regulations
Handling Precautions: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, do not eat, drink, or smoke in work area
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling, maintain good laboratory practice
Storage Conditions: Store tightly sealed in original container at dry, cool conditions away from incompatible materials such as acids and bases
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, moisture
Packaging Materials: Use corrosion-resistant containers
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limit values
Engineering Controls: Use chemical fume hood or local exhaust ventilation, emergency eye wash and safety shower accessible
Personal Protective Equipment: Protective gloves (nitrile or latex), tightly sealed safety goggles, long-sleeved laboratory coat, suitable respiratory protection for dust
Environmental Protection: Prevent material from entering environment uncontrolled
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Slight, characteristic
pH: Not available in solid form; mildly acidic in aqueous solution
Melting Point: 105–110°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes on heating
Flash Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohols, and some organic solvents
Density: 1.36 g/cm³ (approximate)
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Autoignition Temperature: Not established
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C
Chemical Stability: Generally stable at recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers, acids, and bases
Hazardous Reactions: Exothermic reaction possible with incompatible materials
Decomposition Products: Hydrogen fluoride, boron trifluoride, nitrogen oxides, imidazole fumes possible under fire or intense heat
Conditions to Avoid: Excess moisture, elevated temperature, contact with incompatible substances
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eye, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed, irritating to skin and mucous membranes
Skin Corrosion / Irritation: Moderate to severe skin reactions reported
Serious Eye Damage / Irritation: Rapid onset eye irritation with risk for conjunctival inflammation
Respiratory Sensitization: Prolonged inhalation of dust may trigger throat and lung discomfort
Chronic Effects: Data on long-term exposure incomplete; precautionary use advised
Mutagenicity, Carcinogenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: No current data show chronic hazards in controlled workplace studies
Symptoms: Burning, redness, coughing, gastrointestinal upset possible after ingestion or skin contact
Ecotoxicity: No extensive aquatic toxicity data, but boron- and fluoride-based salts may display adverse effects to aquatic organisms at moderate concentrations
Mobility in Soil: Readily soluble, may migrate through soil and contaminate groundwater
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to persist in environment without rapid degradation
Bioaccumulation: Low bioaccumulation potential indicated
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release to natural water systems
Aquatic Precautions: Dispose responsibly to limit contamination
Disposal Methods: Collect in suitable containers and send to licensed hazardous waste facility
Waste Identification: Residues and containers classified as hazardous waste due to possible toxicity
Precautions: Do not allow to enter surface waters or sewage systems
Local Regulations: Follow regional, national, and local environmental rules for safe disposal
Recycling/Reuse: Do not reuse contaminated containers for other purposes
Clean-Up: Rinse empty containers with water before disposal if required by facility
UN Number: Not ADR/RID classified, but chemical hygiene recommended in transit
UN Proper Shipping Name: Chemical substance, not otherwise specified
Transport Hazards Class: Not allocated under international transport codes
Packing Group: Not classified under current guidelines
Environmental Hazards: Avoid release during transport
Special Precautions: Store in leak-proof, labeled containers, shield from heat and moisture during shipment
TSCA Status: Listed for US use in controlled settings
EINECS/ELINCS: Compliant as research chemical or intermediate
Hazard Symbols: Irritant
SARA Title III (Sections 302/304): Not listed, general duty applies
California Proposition 65: Not listed as a known carcinogen
Other International Regulations: Compliance with workplace safety, environmental, and chemical import/export rules advised
Labeling Requirements: Ensure strong hazard labels and safety information provided at all stages
