Chemical Name: 1-Benzyl-3-Methylimidazolium Hexafluorophosphate
Synonyms: [BMIM][PF6], Benzyl-methyl imidazolium hexafluorophosphate, Ionic liquid
CAS Number: 204389-61-9
Recommended Use: Research chemical, solvent, electrolyte in batteries, catalyst medium
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Contact Number: Refer to supplier documentation or laboratory records
Emergency Phone: Local emergency services, local poison center or chemical response service
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral), Skin Irritation, Eye Irritation, Environmental Hazard (Aquatic Chronic)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin and eye irritation, chronic aquatic toxicity
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing mist, wash skin thoroughly after handling, avoid release to the environment, wear protective clothing, avoid ingestion and contact with eyes/skin
Chemical Formula: C11H13F6N2P
Main Ingredient: 1-Benzyl-3-methylimidazolium hexafluorophosphate (≥98%)
Impurities and Stabilizing Additives: May contain water, hydrogen fluoride traces, organic solvents as contaminants (trace amounts depending on synthesis batch)
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep airways clear, seek medical attention if cough, difficulty breathing, or irritation develops
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, use mild soap, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously under running water for 15 minutes while holding eyelids open, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, seek medical advice promptly
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, drink water if alert, seek immediate medical attention
General Advice: Provide medical personnel with this safety data information
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, water spray (do not use water jet directly)
Hazards Arising from Burning: Hydrogen fluoride, phosphorus oxides, carbon oxides, toxic fluorine-containing gases
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing resistant to chemicals and heat
Special Firefighting Procedures: Keep containers cool with water spray from a safe distance, prevent run-off from entering drains, work upwind of fire source
Personal Precautions: Use proper personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, lab coat, and suitable respiratory protection
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering sewers or waterways, alert authorities if product has caused environmental contamination
Spill Response: Ventilate affected area, absorb spillage with inert material (sand, earth), place in closed container for disposal, clean area thoroughly using soap and water
Decontamination: After cleaning, dispose of contaminated materials as hazardous waste in accordance with local regulations
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas or under fume hood, avoid contact with eyes, skin, clothing; do not eat, drink or smoke during use, wash hands thoroughly after handling
Storage: Store in tightly closed original container, cool dry area away from moisture and strong bases, acids, oxidizing agents; keep away from incompatible materials; label containers clearly
Special Considerations: Use secondary containment to prevent accidental leaks, regularly inspect storage area for sign of leaks or corrosion
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or chemical fume hood, ensure eyewash stations and emergency showers are accessible
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), safety goggles or face shield, laboratory coat or chemical-resistant suit, suitable respiratory protection where exposure levels are high
Hygiene Measures: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; wash hands thoroughly before breaks and after work; do not eat, drink or smoke near this material
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits set by OSHA, NIOSH, or ACGIH; treat as hazardous material and minimize exposure
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder or solid
Odor: Mild, chemical
Boiling Point: Data not available (decomposes before boiling)
Melting Point: 57-61°C
Solubility: Soluble in organic solvents (acetonitrile, dichloromethane, ethanol), low water solubility
Density: Approximately 1.25 g/cm³
pH: Neutral (aqueous solution), may hydrolyze on long-term exposure to water
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Flash Point: Not easily flammable
Other Properties: Hygroscopic, sensitive to hydrolysis in humid environments, decomposes on strong heating releasing toxic fumes
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions; avoid excessive heat, moisture, or light
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing materials
Decomposition Products: Hydrogen fluoride, phosphorus oxides, imidazole derivatives, benzyl chloride, other toxic and corrosive gases
Avoid: Contact with water, humid air, incompatible chemicals
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed or inhaled based on animal studies; skin and mucous membrane irritant
Chronic Effects: Repeated contact may cause dermatitis; no known carcinogenicity or mutagenicity based on available data
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, dermal, ocular
Symptoms: Irritation of eyes, skin, respiratory tract, gastrointestinal discomfort, headache, nausea
Target Organs: Liver, kidneys, central nervous system (high concentration exposure)
Additional Effects: No specific data; prudent to avoid any unnecessary exposure
Toxicity to Aquatic Organisms: Hazardous to aquatic life, demonstrates long-lasting harmful effects in aquatic environments
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, stable in environment, persistent
Bioaccumulation: Potential for bioaccumulation remains low to moderate, more data required
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility, binds to soil particles, risk if released in large quantities
Other Adverse Effects: Product or degradation products may harm water quality, monitoring required if released accidentally
Waste Treatment Methods: Collect and transfer waste to a licensed chemical disposal facility, do not discharge into the environment
Container Disposal: Rinse containers with suitable solvent, dispose of rinsate as hazardous waste
Special Instructions: Comply with local, state, and federal regulations, detailed records of disposal method and quantities required
Precautions: Avoid release to sewage, surface water, groundwater, soil
UN Number: Not assigned for this compound, transport as regulated chemical reagent
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous good by DOT, IATA, IMDG, but treat as hazardous for precaution
Packing Group: Not assigned
Labels Required: Irritant, environmental hazard, as directed by shipping regulations
Special Transport Precautions: Use sealed, secure containers, segregate from food and incompatible chemicals, emergency information and proper documentation to accompany consignment
OSHA: Not specifically listed, handle under OSHA chemical safety guidelines
TSCA Inventory: Not listed; for laboratory or R&D applications only
SARA Title III: Not categorized as Extremely Hazardous Substance; does not contain Section 313 reportable materials
REACH Status (EU): Not registered for commercial market, academic and research use only
Labeling: Hazard, precautionary, and safety statements required on all workplace labels
Other Regulations: Subject to chemical restrictions and reporting in certain jurisdictions, consult institutional and national guidelines for current compliance expectations
