Product Name: 1-Butylsulfonic-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoroacetate
Synonyms: BSMIM TFA, Ionic Liquid
Chemical Formula: C10H17F3N2O4S2
Recommended Use: Research, solvent, catalyst
Manufacturer Details: Contact local supplier for address and information
Emergency Phone: Local poison center or regional emergency service
Email: Safety office or responsible individual
CAS Number: 374816-41-0
Hazard Classification: Skin irritation, Eye irritation, Specific Target Organ Toxicity (single exposure category 3)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Wear personal protective equipment. Avoid breathing vapors. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Health Effects: Redness, burning sensation, coughing, shortness of breath
Component: 1-Butylsulfonic-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoroacetate
Chemical Name: 1-Butylsulfonic-3-Methylimidazolium Trifluoroacetate
CAS Number: 374816-41-0
Concentration: 100%
Impurities: None known
Additives: None
General Advice: Seek medical attention immediately after exposure.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Support breathing as needed. Contact a physician.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present. Continue rinsing and seek medical advice.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Provide water if victim is conscious. Seek medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, irritation, pain, coughing, dizziness
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical powder, foam, carbon dioxide, water spray as appropriate for the surrounding material.
Specific Hazards: Releases hazardous gases on combustion, including carbon oxides, sulfur oxides, hydrogen fluoride.
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Firefighting Instructions: Evacuate area. Cool containers with water spray. Prevent firefighting water from entering drains.
Additional Information: Avoid inhaling combustion products.
Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, eye protection, lab coat, and respiratory protection.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry to waterways, sewers, or soil.
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with inert material (e.g., sand, vermiculite). Scoop up into suitable, labeled waste container.
Ventilation: Use adequate ventilation to avoid vapor buildup.
Disposal: Dispose of properly according to local regulations.
Handling: Use only in a fume hood or well-ventilated area. Wear appropriate PPE. Avoid skin and eye contact. Do not breathe vapors.
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed, labeled containers. Keep in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances, direct sunlight, and moisture.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, acids, bases.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling and before eating, drinking, or smoking.
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established.
Engineering Controls: Use fume hood, local exhaust, or equivalent ventilation. Use closed system transfer where possible.
Eye/Face Protection: Chemical safety goggles with side-shields.
Skin Protection: Nitrile or neoprene gloves, lab coat, closed-toe shoes.
Respiratory Protection: Respirator with organic vapor cartridge as needed.
General Protection: Ensure an eyewash station and safety shower are accessible.
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Slight, characteristic
pH: Approximately 5.0 (10g/L water)
Melting Point: Not available
Boiling Point: Not available
Flash Point: >100°C
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Solubility: Soluble in water and polar organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Low
Density: 1.4 - 1.6 g/cm³
Viscosity: High
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions.
Reactivity: Can react severely with strong oxidizing or reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Emits toxic gases such as carbon oxides, sulfur oxides, hydrofluoric acid under fire conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, excessive heat, incompatible materials.
Polymerization: No known hazardous polymerization.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Not fully established; expected to cause irritation to skin, eyes, respiratory tract.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes moderate irritation on prolonged contact.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: May cause respiratory irritation
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause dermatitis or respiratory issues.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: Data not available
Mutagenicity: Data not available
Toxicity: No data for aquatic or terrestrial organisms; ionic liquids can be hazardous to aquatic environments.
Persistence and Degradability: Can be resistant to biodegradation.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate but data is limited.
Mobility in Soil: Likely to be mobile in aqueous medium.
Additional Ecological Information: Prevent product from entering waterways or storm drains.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations.
Product Disposal: Collect waste and transfer to licensed chemical waste disposal contractor.
Container Disposal: Triple-rinse, remove labels, and puncture before disposition.
Environmental Precautions: Do not dispose to environment, drains, or waterways.
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous under current transport regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Not required
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not regulated
Transport Considerations: Avoid movement of open containers, prevent spillage or leakage during transport.
Classification under OSHA: Irritant to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract
TSCA Status: Check with supplier for registration details
REACH Registration: Not listed
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting
California Proposition 65: Not known to be listed
WHMIS Classification: D2B - Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects
Other Requirements: Compliance with local regulations concerning handling, storage, disposal, and spill response
