Product Name: 1-Pentyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Chloride
Chemical Family: Ionic Liquid
Synonyms: [N-Pentyl-(2,3-Dimethylimidazolium) chloride]
CAS Number: 875728-63-5
Recommended Use: Laboratory research, chemical synthesis, electrochemical studies, solvent applications
Supplier: Manufacturer and distributor details on request, safety officer available for consultation
Emergency Contact: Refer to local poison control center or emergency response hotline for any exposure or spill scenario
GHS Classification: Skin Irritant, Eye Irritant, Acute Toxicity (Oral, Dermal, Inhalation), Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, harmful if swallowed or absorbed through skin, toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves, eye, and face protection; avoid breathing vapors, mists, or dusts; wash hands thoroughly after handling; avoid release to environment
Chemical Name: 1-Pentyl-2,3-Dimethylimidazolium Chloride
Common Name: Ionic Liquid
CAS Number: 875728-63-5
Concentration: 100%
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air, keep warm and at rest, seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms persist. Symptoms may include throat irritation, coughing, or dizziness.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with running water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical care for any persistent pain or irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, consult medical help if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, get medical attention
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam
Special Hazards: During fire, toxic fumes such as hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, and carbon oxides may be released
Advice for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing, avoid inhaling combustion products, evacuate area if necessary, use water spray to cool containers
Personal Protection: Evacuate area, use proper personal protective equipment, avoid breathing vapors or particles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent discharge to drains, surface and groundwater
Methods for Containment and Clean Up: Absorb spillage with inert material like sand or vermiculite, place in labeled chemical waste containers for disposal, ventilate area, clean surface thoroughly afterwards
Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing; wear protective equipment, work in well-ventilated areas; keep containers tightly closed
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from heat, ignition sources, or incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers or acids. Keep out of reach of unauthorized personnel, label containers clearly, inspect regularly
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established yet, control exposure as low as reasonably practicable
Engineering Controls: Fume hoods, local exhaust ventilation, and closed systems for heavy use
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat, safety goggles or face shield, suitable respirator if exposure risk exists
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke during use, change contaminated clothing and wash thoroughly before reuse
Appearance: White to off-white solid or powder
Odor: Mild, characteristic
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Not available (aqueous solution may be mildly acidic)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 85-95 °C
Boiling Point: Not established (decomposes at elevated temperature)
Flash Point: Not established, expected to have low flammability
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not expected to be highly flammable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Readily soluble in water, polar solvents
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Viscosity: Not established
Density: Typically 1.1-1.2 g/cm3 at 20 °C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended handling and storage conditions, decomposes at elevated temperatures
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No polymerization expected, reacts vigorously with strong oxidizers, acids, or alkalis
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flame, moisture
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, alkali metals, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides, and other toxic vapors if heated to decomposition
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin or eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through skin; data on specific LD50 limited
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes irritation, may provoke redness or discomfort
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye irritation, risk of tearing, redness, or blurred vision
Respiratory Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause throat and respiratory irritation
Chronic/Long-Term Effects: Data insufficient, avoid repeated or lengthy exposure
Carcinogenicity: No data available, not listed by OSHA or IARC
Mutagenicity: No data available
Reproductive Toxicity: No conclusive evidence available
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic life, potential for long-term adverse effects in aquatic environments
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, chemical may persist in the environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: No specific data on bioaccumulation; structural characteristics raise potential for some environmental persistence
Mobility in Soil: Likely to remain mobile in aquatic environments and soils due to water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid any direct release into environment, treat spills or waste as hazardous
Disposal Methods: Dispose of contents and container as hazardous waste via a licensed facility, according to local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, puncture to prevent reuse, label and dispose as hazardous waste
Precautions: Do not flush to sewer or release to surface water or soil; work with your environmental health and safety office for proper procedures, keep documentation of waste disposal
UN Number: Not classified under standard transport regulations (verify for bulk quantities or special conditions)
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated by DOT, IATA, or IMO in general laboratory packaging; large shipments may require special handling
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not classified
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant, take care for aquatic environments
Special Precautions: Avoid temperature extremes and rough handling; ensure packaging meets standards for chemicals
TSCA Inventory: Not listed on the U.S. TSCA chemical inventory, laboratory use only
REACH Status: Not registered under the European REACH regulation for high-volume use
Other National or Regional Regulation: User should review local workplace and environmental laws, some countries may require notification for new substances or large volume use
SARA Title III: Not listed as extremely hazardous under Section 302, but general reporting and workplace safety rules apply
Right-To-Know Lists: Not listed in Massachusetts, Pennsylvania, or New Jersey RTK lists; always check SDS, update records regularly, train employees on chemical safety
Label Elements (GHS): Pictograms: Exclamation mark, environmental hazard symbol if required by jurisdiction
