Product Name: 1-Hexyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride
Chemical Formula: C10H19ClN2
CAS Number: 171058-18-1
Synonyms: HMImCl, 1-Hexyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride
Recommended Use: Solvent, ionic liquid, research chemical
Supplier: Laboratory or chemical supplier contact information required
Contact Number (Emergency): Local Poison Control Center or chemical supplier emergency line
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS criteria; may cause mild irritation
Potential Health Effects: Exposure can bring mild irritation to skin and eyes; inhalation may cause discomfort in upper respiratory tract; accidental ingestion might cause stomach upset; not known to be a major environmental threat, but always use caution
Label Elements: No pictogram; signal word not required; precautionary statements focus on avoiding direct contact and good hygiene
Other Hazards: May slow natural breakdown in water; no strong fire risk but care is needed with high heat; not known for strong acute or chronic toxicity, but impacts under long-term study
Chemical Name: 1-Hexyl-3-methylimidazolium chloride
CAS Number: 171058-18-1
Concentration: Over 95% purity typically, remaining impurities trace amounts
Additives: No known additives required for standard samples
Inhalation: Move outside to fresh air, support breathing if needed, seek medical help if feeling unwell
Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical care if redness or irritation keeps up
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with water for long minutes, blink often, help medical staff if symptoms linger
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water if conscious, do not induce vomiting unless told by a health professional, get medical attention
Symptoms: Short-term irritation or redness, mild sore throat, stomach upset
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water mist, dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide foam preferred for small fires
Specific Hazards: May give off CO, NOx, HCl, or organic vapors under fire conditions
Protective Equipment: Firefighters use standard chemical protective gear and breathing equipment
Special Procedures: Keep cool nearby containers; try to contain fire water to avoid wider contamination
Personal Precautions: Use gloves, goggles, and avoid skin contact; ventilate area
Environmental Precautions: Keep product away from drains and waterways; do not flush with water
Cleanup Methods: Collect liquid with absorbent material, scoop up solids, place in chemical waste container, wash spill site after cleanup
Disposal: Material and cleanup materials go with chemical waste under local regulations
Handling Advice: Use protective gloves, safety glasses, and lab coats; avoid splashing or aerosol formation;
Storage Conditions: Room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture, in tightly sealed container;
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers or acids can break down structure;
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands after use, keep food and drink out of storage and use areas;
Engineering Controls: Use fume hood or local ventilation to control dust or vapor formation
Eye Protection: Wear lab goggles or face shield
Skin Protection: Nitrile or neoprene gloves, lab coat, closed shoes
Respiratory Protection: Not needed under normal lab use; for dust or vapor use suitable mask
Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits set by OSHA, ACGIH, or European agencies
Appearance: White to off-white powder or viscous liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic or nearly odorless
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Neutral to slightly basic (aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Around 65-75°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: >100°C (significantly higher than many solvents)
Vapor Pressure: Very low
Solubility: Soluble in water and polar organic solvents
Density: 1.05-1.15 g/cm3
Viscosity: Relatively high for a liquid
Molecular Weight: 218.73 g/mol
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling
Reactivity: Low at room temperature, reactive with strong acids or oxidizers
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, strong oxidants, direct light for long time
Hazardous Decomposition: Burning or high heat may release CO, CO2, hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides
Acute Toxicity: Low oral and dermal toxicity in animal studies; not considered acutely toxic
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May irritate skin after long exposure
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause eye irritation
Respiratory Effects: Possible mild irritation in sensitive people or from dust
Chronic Toxicity: No long-term studies in humans, repeated exposure in animals does not show major health changes at lab doses
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: No evidence for mutagenic or cancer-causing effects in data available
Aquatic Toxicity: Low to moderate risk for aquatic life due to low mobility and slow breakdown
Persistence and Degradability: Stable, not quickly broken down in water or soil
Bioaccumulation: Limited data, not expected to build up in living organisms
Other Adverse Effects: May slow down natural cleaning of surface water when released in large amounts
Waste Disposal: Treat as chemical waste; do not pour into drains or landfill unless allowed by local rules
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of empty containers as hazardous waste; rinse only if allowed
Recycling: Not recommended due to risk of contamination
Precautions: Use authorized waste disposal company; maintain record of safe disposal
UN Number: Not regulated under UN numbers for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous for road, sea, or air transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Transport Labels: No special hazard labels required
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Ship in sealed, correctly labeled containers, protect from moisture and temperature swings
Chemical Inventories: Listed on various regional chemical inventories (consult local regulations)
OSHA: Not specifically regulated as hazardous
REACH: Registered substance in the EU, subject to limits for workplace and environment
TSCA: Present on U.S. inventory
SARA Title III: Not subject to specific reporting
Other Regulations: Always check with local authority for workplace and environmental controls on storage and disposal
