Product Name: 1-Carboxy-1-Methyl-Pyrrolidinium Chloride
Chemical Family: Pyrrolidinium compounds
Synonyms: 1-Methyl-1-Carboxypyrrolidine Chloride
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, chemical intermediate
Manufacturer: [To be filled by supplier]
CAS Number: 123456-78-9
Emergency Contact Number: [To be filled by supplier]
GHS Classification: Eye Irritant (Category 2), Skin Irritant (Category 2), Acute Toxicity Oral (Category 4)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes moderate skin and eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory irritation.
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not eat, drink or smoke near substance. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Environmental Hazards: May be harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Chemical Identity: 1-Carboxy-1-Methyl-Pyrrolidinium Chloride
Concentration: ≥98% by weight
Impurities: Residual solvents, water (<1%)
Molecular Formula: C6H12NO2Cl
Molecular Weight: 181.62 g/mol
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical help if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. If irritation persists, get medical attention.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical assistance if symptoms develop or persist.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel. Call a poison center or doctor.
Most Important Symptoms and Effects: May cause irritation to mucous membranes, skin, eyes. Headache or stomach upset may occur if ingested.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Special Hazards Arising from Substance: Hydrogen chloride, carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides may form under fire conditions.
Advice for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting, use full protective gear. Cool containers with water spray.
Explosion Data: Substance does not present a known explosion hazard; fine powder can form dust-air mixtures that may ignite.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides.
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment, including gloves and eye protection. Avoid inhaling dust.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Avoid discharge into drains or waterways.
Methods for Cleanup: Sweep up and shovel. Place in suitable closed containers for disposal. Use damp paper for smaller amounts to avoid dust.
Reference to Other Sections: Refer to sections on exposure controls and disposal considerations.
Precautions for Safe Handling: Handle in a well-ventilated area. Avoid generating dust. Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
Conditions for Safe Storage: Store in original container, in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep away from acids, oxidizers, and sources of ignition.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids.
Storage Temperature: Ordinary room temperature; avoid prolonged exposure to elevated temperatures.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limit established. Minimize exposure.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation. Handle in an area with adequate ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical splash goggles, protective gloves (nitrile or neoprene), lab coat, respiratory protection if dust forms.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when handling.
Environmental Exposure Controls: Use containment to avoid environmental release.
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Characteristic, slightly amine-like
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH (1% solution): 4.0 – 6.0
Melting Point: 163 - 169°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not flammable
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not classified as flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not determined
Solubility: Very soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not determined
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not applicable
Decomposition Temperature: >180°C
Viscosity: Not applicable (solid)
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature under recommended storage conditions.
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions known under normal use.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, excessive heat, contact with acids or oxidizers.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): >500 mg/kg; low acute toxicity but irritating to mucous membranes.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes skin irritation; redness or dryness may develop.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause eye irritation, redness, pain.
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified as a sensitizer.
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not expected to cause genetic defects.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.
Reproductive Toxicity: No reliable data indicate reproductive effects.
STOT (Single Exposure): May cause respiratory irritation.
STOT (Repeated Exposure): No evidence for chronic effects.
Aspiration Hazard: Not an aspiration hazard.
Ecotoxicity: Slightly toxic to aquatic organisms (LC50, fish: >100 mg/L)
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to biodegrade slowly in the environment.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate; low log Kow expected.
Mobility in Soil: Highly mobile in soil due to water solubility; runoff risk if spilled near water sources.
Other Adverse Effects: Large spills may disrupt aquatic environments; avoid uncontrolled release.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations.
Product Disposal: Utilize chemical waste facility. Do not dispose to sewer system.
Container Disposal: Rinse container. Dispose as hazardous waste if contaminated.
Special Precautions: Keep records of disposal. Do not reuse empty containers for other chemicals.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name: 1-Carboxy-1-Methyl-Pyrrolidinium Chloride
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Avoid generating dust during handling and transport.
TSCA: Listed or exempt
EINECS/ELINCS: Notified or listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
SARA Title III Sections 302/304/313: Not subject to reporting
OSHA Status: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA regulations
WHMIS (Canada): D2B – Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects
REACH Status (EU): Pre-registered or registered for supplied volumes
Other Regulations: Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
