Product Name: 1-Octyl-3-Vinylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate
Chemical Formula: C15H25BF4N2
CAS Number: 1071736-73-0
Synonyms: [Octyl-vinyl-imidazolium][BF4], Ionic Liquid
Recommended Use: Chemical research, synthesis, electrochemistry
Supplier Details: Not specified
Contact for Emergency: Local Poison Center, Emergency medical assistance
GHS Classification: Not fully classified but potentially hazardous
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Skin and eye irritation possible; inhalation causes respiratory irritation. If ingested, may cause gastrointestinal distress. Precaution is a necessity in the lab.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark for general irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid skin, eye, and clothing contact; no eating or drinking during use; wash contaminated area thoroughly after handling.
Potential Health Effects: Might irritate respiratory membranes upon inhalation, produce skin sensitization, or lead to severe discomfort if swallowed. Buildup may intensify chronic health issues for sensitized individuals.
Environmental Risks: Toxicity to aquatic organisms suspected.
Chemical Substance: 1-Octyl-3-Vinylimidazolium Tetrafluoroborate
Concentration: 100%
Impurities: Trace organic/inorganic synthesis byproducts
Molecular Weight: 320.18 g/mol
Purity: Research grade, purity level as supplied
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air immediately, loosen tight clothing, seek immediate medical attention if symptoms persist, provide artificial respiration if breathing stops.
Skin Contact: Rinse thoroughly with excess water for at least 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing, do not reuse contaminated clothing, seek medical opinion for persistent irritation or burns.
Eye Contact: Rinse cold running water gently for 15+ min, separate eyelids, remove contacts if present and easy, do not rub the eye, seek prompt medical care.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting, rinse mouth with water, seek medical advice immediately, never give anything by mouth to an unconscious individual.
Symptoms to Watch: Wheezing, skin rash, swelling, abdominal pain, eye watering, respiratory tightness, disorientation.
Flammability: Product is not highly flammable, but under decomposition may emit toxic/burning gases (hydrogen fluoride, boron trifluoride, carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides).
Suitable Extinguishing Media: CO2, dry chemical powder, foam, water spray on surrounding materials, not direct jet
Fire-Fighter PPE: Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), full protective fire-resistant clothing.
Specific Hazards: Chemical may emit hazardous fumes, closed containers can rupture in heat, chemical residues could reignite.
Advice for Firefighters: Move non-involved persons away, avoid smoke inhalation, cool surroundings with water.
Procedure for Spill: Isolate the area, evacuate non-essential staff, avoid breathing dust or vapor, wear personal protective gear including gloves and goggles.
Environmental Precaution: Do not allow chemical to enter drains, soil, or waterways.
Containment: Use inert absorbent (vermiculite, sand), sweep up, place into sealed chemical waste container for disposal.
Personal Precautions: Wear splash-resistant goggles, chemically resistant gloves, lab coat, mask, avoid direct contact.
Spill Cleanup: Ventilate area, clean surface with non-combustible absorbent, avoid raising dust; decontaminate area after complete removal.
Handling: Always wear appropriate PPE, use inside designated chemical fume hood, avoid inhaling vapors, sprays, or accidental ingestion.
Hygiene Tips: No eating, drinking, or smoking near material; frequent handwashing; avoid prolonged or repeated skin exposure.
Storage Conditions: Store cool, dry, well-ventilated; keep in tightly sealed original container; avoid heat, flame, light, humidity.
Incompatibilities: Reactive with oxidizers, strong acids, strong bases.
Special Instructions: Segregate from food and incompatible substances; label all storage clearly; review stocks regularly; keep away from incompatible chemical classes.
Exposure Limits: Not established specifically for this substance.
Engineering Controls: Use only with local exhaust ventilation, chemical fume hood preferred.
Personal Protective Equipment: Eye protection (safety goggles), hand protection (nitrile or neoprene gloves), protective clothing (chemical-resistant lab coat), respiratory protection for aerosols/dust.
Environmental Controls: Do not release into environment; use spill trays, absorbent mats, secondary containment.
Workplace Procedures: Train personnel on hazards; provide eye wash stations, emergency showers; keep material securely locked from unauthorized staff.
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, no particular strong odor
Boiling Point: Not determined precisely, decomposes before boiling
Melting Point: Below room temperature
Flash Point: >200°C (estimated, depends on purity)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Highly soluble in water, some organic solvents
Density: Approximately 1.1–1.2 g/cm³ (varies with temperature)
pH: Near neutral (aqueous solution)
Viscosity: Moderate, similar to vegetable oil in consistency
Partition Coefficient: Not established
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions.
Reactivity: Can react with oxidizers, moisture, strong acids or bases.
Decomposition Products: Risk of toxic fumes under fire (hydrogen fluoride, boron trifluoride, other organics).
Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with oxidizing agents, alkalis, strong acids.
Polymerization: Unlikely under normal risks, but vinyl group could polymerize under drastic conditions.
Hazardous Reactions: Vigorous reactions not expected at room temperature if proper storage used.
Acute Toxicity: Not completely studied, but skin and eye irritation can occur, ingestion may provoke digestive harms.
Chronic Exposure: Sensitization possible on repeated exposure, long-term toxicity data lacking.
Symptoms: Respiratory distress, skin redness, burning eyes or throat, chemical burns if concentrated.
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by OSHA, IARC, NTP, but caution needed due to incomplete data.
Other Data: No definitive evidence for reproductive or mutagenic effects, but prudent avoidance necessary without certainty.
Ecotoxicity: Expected to be harmful to aquatic organisms based on structure and related compounds.
Persistence and Degradability: Not rapidly biodegradable, ionic liquids may persist in environment.
Bioaccumulation: No data, likely to have some potential for bioaccumulation due to hydrophobic octyl side chain.
Water Hazard Class: Not officially classified, likely at least WGK 2 (hazardous).
Mobility in Soil: Moderate to high mobility in aqueous media; tends to travel with water.
Precaution: Limit all uncontrolled release; treat waste through permitted hazardous chemical disposal programs.
Waste Disposal Methods: Chemical must be treated as hazardous—collect in appropriately labeled container, outsourcing destruction via licensed hazardous waste handler. Do not flush down drains or allow release to surface waters.
Clean Container: Triple rinse and vent container, puncture prior to authorized landfill or recycling.
Special Instructions: Incinerate using flue gas scrubbing preferred, review all local/state/federal requirements prior to disposal.
Uncontaminated Material: May be returned to supplier if unopened.
Disposal of Contaminated PPE: Place into separate sealed bags, handle as hazardous waste.
UN Number: Not assigned (investigation required for shipping bulk quantities)
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified under current regulations, but recommend treat as chemical substance with irritant properties.
Packing Group: Not regulated, but use leak-proof packaging.
Proper Shipping Name: Laboratory chemicals, n.o.s. (not otherwise specified)
Special Provisions: Avoid direct sunlight and container damage during transit, provide hazardous chemical label.
Road, Rail, Air, Sea Transport: Consult carrier; ensure secondary containment, include emergency contact information.
OSHA Status: Not specifically listed, but general chemical regulations apply.
TSCA Status: May not be listed on US Toxic Substances Control Act inventory—check with supplier or regulatory office.
REACH Registration: Not pre-registered; import restrictions may apply in the EU.
Other Regulations: Handle according to existing chemical hygiene, environmental and hazard communication standards.
NFPA Ratings: Not officially assigned; treat as irritating, non-flammable, with potential health impact.
Label Elements: Irritant symbol, PPE requirements, S phrases (avoid release, wash skin after use, consult MSDS for emergencies).
