Product Name: 1-Ethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride-Ironum
Chemical Family: Ionic Liquid, Iron Salt Complex
Synonyms: EmimCl-FeCl3 Ionic Liquid, 1-Ethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Tetrachloroferrate
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagents, electrochemical research, catalysis, solvent media
Manufacturer: Chemical manufacturers specializing in ionic liquids and research chemicals
Contact Information: Available upon request from manufacturer or distributor
Emergency Number: Refer to national poison control or the supplier’s emergency service line
Classification: Harmful if swallowed, causes severe skin burns and eye damage, may cause respiratory irritation
Hazard Statements: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects, irritating to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes,
Pictograms: Corrosive, Health hazard, Environmental hazard
Signal Word: Danger
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin or eyes, wear protective clothing and gloves, prevent release into environment, wash hands thoroughly after handling, keep container tightly closed in a well-ventilated area
Chemical Name: 1-Ethyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride-Ironum
CAS Number: 65039-12-7 (EmimCl), 231-729-4 (FeCl3) in mixture
Proportion: Variable; typically 1:2 molar ratio of EmimCl:FeCl3
Other Components: Trace water, potential hydrolysis products, no significant impurities over 0.1%
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing, seek immediate medical attention
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash exposed area thoroughly with mild soap and water, consult a physician if symptoms persist
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air, keep at rest, support breathing if needed, seek medical advice for persistent cough or breathing difficulty
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, drink water if able, call a poison center or physician immediately
Most Important Symptoms: Skin reddening, blistering, eye watering and pain, coughing, nausea
Immediate Medical Attention Needed: Chemical burns require urgent care, delayed effects possible
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry powder, carbon dioxide, foam, never use direct stream of water
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Avoid use of water jets which may spread the product or react exothermically
Hazardous Combustion Products: Hydrogen chloride gas, nitrogen oxides, iron oxides, toxic fumes
Personal Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full turnout gear and self-contained breathing apparatus recommended
Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Approach fire from upwind, isolate area, prevent runoff from entering drains or watercourses
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, ventilate space, avoid breathing vapor or mist, wear gloves and eye protection, use respirator in confined spaces
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe, do not let product enter water streams or sewers
Methods for Clean-up: Absorb with inert material (sand, earth), collect in containers for disposal, wash area thoroughly after clean-up, ventilate space, dispose in accordance with local regulations
Handling Practices: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, use tools and containers resistant to corrosion, keep away from incompatible materials (strong bases, oxidizers, water), never eat, drink, or smoke while handling
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed containers, keep cool and dry, segregate from acids, alkalis, and oxidizing agents, protect from moisture and direct sunlight, maintain clear labeling and access to safety information
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limit for the finished product; iron salts and hydrochloric acid have relevant ACGIH and OSHA limits
Engineering Controls: Laboratory fume hood or localized ventilation, avoid creation of dusts or aerosols
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirators in absence of adequate ventilation
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), long-sleeved clothing
Eye Protection: Chemical splash goggles and face shield
Hygienic Practices: Wash skin after handling, remove contaminated clothing, maintain clean work area
Appearance: Reddish-brown liquid, viscous
Odor: Faint chemical or metallic
pH: Strongly acidic in aqueous solution
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Below room temperature, depends on composition
Boiling Point/Range: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: No data for mixture; components not highly flammable
Vapor Pressure: Very low
Solubility in Water: Miscible, very hygroscopic
Density: About 1.2–1.3 g/cm³ at 25°C
Viscosity: High
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Above 130–200°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Can react violently with water, strong oxidizers, strong acids and bases
Incompatible Materials: Strong alkalis, oxidizing agents, water (risk of heat evolution and product breakdown), metals
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, iron oxides, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Harmful by ingestion, corrosive to mucous membranes and skin, severe eye irritant
Chronic Effects: Persistent skin or eye contact may cause tissue destruction, may aggravate pre-existing skin conditions
Symptoms: Burning, ulceration, redness, abdominal pain, coughing, shortness of breath
Carcinogenicity: No data on long-term carcinogenicity; iron salts not classified as carcinogenic but chronic exposure should be minimized
Medical Conditions Aggravated by Exposure: Skin disorders, eye problems, respiratory conditions
Aquatic Toxicity: Toxic to aquatic life, may cause long-term adverse effects in water environment
Persistence/Degradability: Persistent, ionic liquids are typically slow to degrade
Bioaccumulation Potential: No established potential but caution required due to persistence
Mobility in Soil: Likely highly mobile in water due to ionic nature
Other Adverse Effects: Potential to disrupt microorganism balance, avoid release to environment
Waste Handling: Treat as hazardous chemical waste, collect in suitable containers, label for hazardous disposal
Disposal Methods: Incinerate at approved facility or treat via licensed waste disposal company, triple-rinse containers before discarding or send for chemical recycling
Regulatory Requirements for Disposal: Dispose according to federal, state, and local regulations, never dispose via drains or natural water sources
UN Number: Not assigned for the mixture; may require labeling as corrosive liquid, n.o.s. containing iron salts and imidazolium compounds
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (contains iron salt complex and imidazolium chloride)
Transport Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive substance)
Packing Group: II or III, according to concentration and hazard determination
Label Requirements: Corrosive, environmental hazard mark
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant designation may apply
Special Precautions: Protect container from physical damage, prevent spillage, emergency procedures in place
OSHA Status: Hazardous chemical under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Inventory: Components listed or excluded based on research use
SARA Title III: Section 313 reporting may apply for iron compounds
REACH Status: Substance or mixture subject to specific registration for import into EU
WHMIS Classification: D2B (Toxic), E (Corrosive), potentially specified for research chemicals
Other Regulations: May fall under Clean Water Act for toxic discharge, chemical import/export controls, transportation and workplace signal word/label compliance
