Product Name: 1-Heptyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bromide
Chemical Formula: C11H21BrN2
Synonyms: HMIM Br, Ionic Liquid
CAS Number: 138790-89-3
Manufacturer/Supplier: Refer to label or purchase documentation
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemicals, chemical synthesis, applications in ionic liquid research
Emergency Phone Number: Refer to local poison control center or emergency services
GHS Classification: Skin irritation category 2, Eye irritation category 2A, Acute toxicity oral category 4
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, Causes serious eye irritation, Harmful if swallowed
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves and eye protection, Avoid breathing dust or vapors, Wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling, If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, If swallowed: Rinse mouth and seek medical advice
Chemical Name: 1-Heptyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bromide
CAS Number: 138790-89-3
Concentration: Greater than 98%
Impurities: Residual organic salts and unreacted materials may be present at levels below 2%
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, keep eyelids open, seek medical attention
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with water and mild soap, seek medical advice if irritation persists
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep comfortable for breathing, get medical attention if symptoms appear
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention
Important Symptoms: Redness, skin or eye irritation, stomach upset, headache
Flammability: Non-flammable under standard conditions, may decompose to toxic fumes when exposed to fire
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, water spray
Special Hazards: Formation of hazardous decomposition products like nitrogen oxides, hydrogen bromide, carbon monoxide
Advice for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing, avoid inhalation of vapors, stay upwind
Further Recommendations: Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray, prevent firewater from entering drains
Personal Precautions: Use appropriate personal protection—gloves, goggles, protective clothing; avoid breathing dust/vapors; evacuate non-essential personnel
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage, release, or spread to soil, drains, or waterways
Clean-up Methods: Collect spilled material with shovel or dustpan, place in suitable container for disposal; clean residue with water and detergent
Measures for Secondary Hazard Prevention: Ventilate area, avoid dust generation, dispose according to regulations
Handling Advice: Use only in well-ventilated areas, keep containers tightly closed, avoid skin and eye contact
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after use, remove contaminated clothing, avoid eating or drinking in work area
Storage Recommendations: Store at room temperature in dry, well-ventilated place, protect from direct sunlight and moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids or bases
Packaging Materials: High-density polyethylene, tightly sealed glass, or approved chemical containers
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for this compound
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, safety showers, eye wash stations
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves, safety goggles or face shield, lab coat or chemical-resistant apron
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirators for dusts/vapors if limits are exceeded
Environmental Exposure Controls: Prevent chemical from entering drains, surface waters, and soil
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Mild, characteristic
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: 5–7 (aqueous solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 65–75 °C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not established
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: 1.2–1.4 g/cm³
Solubility in Water: Soluble
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not established
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200 °C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, open flames, exposure to strong acids or oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen bromide, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed (estimated LD50 oral in rats: 300–2000 mg/kg)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes moderate skin irritation on contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes eye irritation, risk of redness, watering, or pain
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: No data for sensitization, repeated exposure may cause dermatitis
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No data available
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No data available
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single/Repeated Exposure): No data available
Aspiration Hazard: None expected under normal conditions
Aquatic Toxicity: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects (EC50 for Daphnia magna estimated at <10 mg/L)
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable; persistence in aquatic systems likely
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low to moderate potential, no detailed data
Mobility in Soil: Contains ionic constituents, mobile in aqueous environments
Other Adverse Effects: Spillage may harm aquatic organisms and plants, caution advised for waste handling
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose via licensed chemical waste disposal contractor
Product Disposal: Collect in tightly sealed containers, avoid discharge to environment, follow local and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers, remove labels, recycle or dispose as hazardous waste
Other Information: Dispose following all local, regional, national, and international regulations
UN Number: Not regulated for transport by ADR/RID/IMDG/IATA
Proper Shipping Name: 1-Heptyl-3-Methylimidazolium Bromide
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Avoid generating dust, transport in tightly sealed containers
US TSCA: Not listed
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Not listed
REACH (EU): Registration status may vary; consult European Chemical Agency
SARA Title III: Not subject to SARA reporting
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other Regulations: Observe all occupational health and safety regulations for laboratory chemicals in your region
