Product Name: 1-Decyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate
Chemical Formula: C15H29BF4N2
Synonyms: [C10C1C1Im][BF4]; Ionic liquid
CAS Number: 7784-41-0 (for tetrafluoroborate anion, check specific product datasheets)
Recommended Use: Solvent, catalyst, electrochemistry, ionic liquid applications
Supplier Details: Include name, address, phone, emergency contact as required by regulation
Emergency Number: Provided per site requirement; check local regulation for poison control center details
GHS Classifications: Irritant to skin and eyes, possible danger to aquatic life
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause irritation to skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Harmful to aquatic environments; Risk of long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment; Inhalation may result in respiratory discomfort
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors, or spray; Wash hands thoroughly after handling; Do not release into the environment without proper controls; Wear eye protection and chemical-resistant gloves
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Label Elements: Exclamation mark pictogram; Skin irritant and aquatic toxicity warnings
Other Hazards: Vapor or mist in high concentration may cause transient respiratory effects
Chemical Identity: 1-Decyl-2,3-dimethylimidazolium tetrafluoroborate
Common Name: Ionic liquid
Concentration: 100% (unless otherwise diluted)
Impurities: Trace solvents or related ionic liquid by-products possible; Always verify with current batch’s detailed analysis
EC/EINECS Number: Not classified
Hazard Components: Tetrafluoroborate anion; Long-chain imidazolium cation, both may cause skin or eye irritation
Regulatory Listings: Confirm on regional regulatory databases for most up-to-date listing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes; Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do; Continue rinsing; Seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; Wash skin with plenty of water and mild soap; Seek medical advice if skin irritation occurs
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; Keep at rest in a comfortable position; If breathing becomes difficult, seek medical attention immediately
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; Never induce vomiting unless instructed by medical personnel; Seek immediate medical attention
Important Symptoms and Effects: Burning sensation, dryness, redness in eyes or on skin; Upper airway irritation
Notes to Physicians: Treat symptomatically; No specific antidote known; Monitor for respiratory or allergic reactions
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, CO₂, foam, or water spray
Unsuitable Media: Avoid direct water jet; can spread chemical contamination
Hazardous Combustion Products: May release hydrogen fluoride, boron trifluoride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide under fire conditions; Possible toxic fumes
Firefighting Instructions: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and protective clothing; Prevent run-off to sewers or waterways
Special Firefighting Procedures: Cool containers exposed to flame with water from a safe distance; Remove containers from fire area if possible without risk
Explosion Hazard: Not expected under normal storage or transport; Vapor buildup in confined spaces may pose risk
Personal Precautions: Keep staff away from the leak; Provide adequate ventilation; Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; Use suitable personal protective equipment
Spill Containment: Prevent entry into drains or watercourses; Contain spill with non-combustible absorbent material like sand or vermiculite
Cleanup Methods: Pick up mechanically; Place in secure, labeled waste container; Ventilate area after cleanup
Environmental Precautions: Notify local authorities if large quantities escape; Avoid discharge into the environment
Reference to Other Sections: Refer to Exposure Controls and Disposal Considerations for further information
Handling: Handle in well-ventilated area; Avoid generation of dust, mist, or vapor; Avoid ingestion and inhalation; Do not get in eyes, skin, or clothing; Use proper grounding if transferring large quantities
Storage Conditions: Keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated location; Protect from moisture and incompatible materials; Store away from strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents
Packaging Materials: Use only containers and equipment specified for chemicals; Keep container tightly closed when not in use
Storage Temperature Range: Ambient temperature recommended; Extreme temperature deviation can affect stability or structural integrity
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, or bases; may degrade or react adversely
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits from OSHA, ACGIH; Practice good industrial hygiene
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation; Maintain airborne levels below recommended exposure limits
Personal Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirators for high concentrations or insufficient ventilation
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles or face shield necessary
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene recommended); Lab coat or apron
General Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking or leaving work area; Remove contaminated clothing after use
Appearance: Clear to pale-yellow liquid or viscous oil
Odor: Mild, characteristic, or negligible
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous ionic liquid)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Typically below room temperature
Boiling Point/Range: Information not established; Thermal decomposition may precede traditional boiling
Flash Point: Greater than 150°C; Check lot-specific information
Flammability: Not highly flammable as a liquid, but may burn under fire conditions
Relative Density: 1.1-1.3 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Miscible with organic solvents; Variable solubility in water (check product specification)
Vapor Pressure: Low
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not readily determined; expected to have high logP due to hydrophobic alkyl chain
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Information not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents or acids, which may cause decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to high heat, open flames, incompatible chemicals
Hazardous Decomposition: Forms toxic gases upon decomposition, such as hydrogen fluoride and boron trifluoride
Polymerization: Not expected under normal process or storage conditions
Incompatibility: Water/moisture (may hydrolyze to release hydrogen fluoride); Avoid storing near highly reactive chemicals
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Data on acute oral, dermal, or inhalation toxicity limited; May cause mild to moderate irritation of skin or eyes
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure may lead to skin dryness, dermatitis; No well-established carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive effects known
Sensitization: Contains imidazolium moiety, which rarely causes allergic reactions
Other Health Effects: Inhalation of components from decomposition (fluorides, boron compounds) can cause systemic toxicity
Additional Data: Toxicological properties not fully investigated; Exercise caution based on chemical family
Aquatic Toxicity: Product may harm aquatic organisms if released in large amounts; Chronic effects on aquatic invertebrates possible due to persistent, bioaccumulative properties
Environmental Persistence: May resist biodegradation, persisting in environmental compartments
Bioaccumulation Potential: Hydrophobic alkyl chain increases likelihood of bioaccumulation; No experimental bioaccumulation factors reported
Mobility in Soil: Moderate to low mobility depending on environmental conditions
Other Adverse Effects: Tetrafluoroborate can degrade to release fluoride, harmful in aquatic settings
Disposal Methods: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with official regulations; Incinerate in chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber
Unused Product: Hazardous waste characterization required; Consult national and local laws
Empty Containers: Handle contaminated containers as hazardous waste; Do not reuse containers
Avoid Release: Prevent product from entering soil, wastewater, or natural water bodies without treatment
UN Number: Not typically assigned, check with carrier
Proper Shipping Name: Ask shipper to confirm locally; Not defined as dangerous goods for land transport under ADR/RID, IMDG, or IATA rules unless larger quantities or specific hazards identified
Hazard Class: Not classified for transport in small quantities, confirm by consulting safety officer or compliance professional
Packing Group: Not established
Special Precautions: Minimize vibration, shock, or high temperature during transit; Keep upright and secure
Environmental Hazards: Not marine pollutant in most instances; Prevent leaks in shipment to protect waterways
Labeling Requirements: Comply with OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, EU CLP/GHS
Inventory Listings: Not specifically listed on TSCA, EINECS, DSL; Check updates for each region
SARA Title III: Not expected to be subject to reporting under 302, 311, 312, or 313
REACH Registration: Check for current registration and compliance status in EU
Right-to-Know: Not on major lists such as California Proposition 65
Workplace Exposure: Use in accordance with proper risk assessments; Follow company, local, and national safety policies
Other Information: This material should only be handled by trained personnel familiar with chemical hygiene and regional chemical safety legislation
