Product Name: 1-Tetradecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride
Chemical Formula: C18H37ClN2
CAS Number: 35487-43-1
Synonyms: C14MIM-Cl
Recommended Use: Research and industrial solvent, phase transfer catalyst
Manufacturer Details: Refer to supplier contact on invoice and labeling
Emergency Contacts: National chemical safety center, local poison control
GHS Classification: Skin Corrosion/Irritation—Category 2, Eye Damage/Irritation—Category 2, Acute Toxicity—Oral—Category 4, Aquatic Toxicity—Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, may be harmful if swallowed, toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid direct contact, use away from bodies of water, wear skin and eye protection, keep container closed
Chemical Name: 1-Tetradecyl-3-Methylimidazolium Chloride
Purity: ≥98%
Impurities: Water <1%, Related imidazolium homologs <0.5%, Inorganic chloride <0.5%
Additives: None expected in standard laboratory preparation
Form: Solid or viscous liquid depending on ambient temperature
Inhalation: Remove exposed individual to fresh air, monitor for breathing difficulty, seek medical aid if symptoms appear
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, see doctor for persistent redness or burning
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, consult eye specialist for pain or vision changes
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, avoid vomiting, seek immediate medical advice, show safety data to physician
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation, burning sensation, gastric discomfort, cough, conjunctivitis
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, CO₂, foam; water spray for small fires
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water stream may spread fire
Specific Hazards: Produces toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, hydrocarbons under combustion
Special Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, chemical turnout gear
Advice for Firefighters: Move containers away from fire if safe, cool unwetted containers with water, avoid inhaling combustion gases
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, chemical-resistant clothing, respirator in low-ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, waterways, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material (sand, earth), collect residue in sealed containers, ventilate area, wash spill site
Disposal: Dispose according to regulatory guidelines, avoid unapproved landfill or drain discharge
Decontamination: Rinse surface with copious water/detergent after spill removal
Handling: Avoid skin and eye contact, do not breathe dust or vapor, use in well-ventilated areas with fume extraction
Safe Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed original containers, keep at 2–8°C, protect from humidity and direct sunlight
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, moisture sources
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands after handling, remove contaminated clothing before breaks
Storage Areas: Use separate from acids and food, label storage clearly, restrict access to authorized personnel
Engineering Controls: Mechanical ventilation, fume hood, local exhaust
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for this compound
Personal Protective Equipment: Impervious gloves (nitrile or equivalent), splash goggles, lab coat, respirator for powder handling
Respiratory Protection: Use approved respirator for dust or high vapor concentration
Hygiene Measures: Avoid eating/drinking/smoking during use, shower after handling significant quantities
Appearance: White to slightly pale waxy solid or viscous liquid
Odor: Faint, soapy or ammoniacal
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH (1% in water): 4.0–6.0
Melting Point: 51–59°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes above 200°C (no distinct boiling point)
Flash Point: >100°C (estimated; not highly flammable)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: High in water, ethanol, DMSO
Density: 0.9–1.1 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient: Log Kow not determined
Viscosity: High below melting point, flows as oil above
Evaporation Rate: Very low at ambient conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable at normal lab temperatures, looses integrity under strong heating or acid hydrolysis
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, concentrated acids or bases, moisture
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, imidazole derivatives, carbon monoxide under fire or thermal decomposition
Polymerization: Not known to occur
Reactivity Profile: Displays ionic interactions, can react with halide scavengers or nucleophiles
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD₅₀ (rat) estimated 400–1500 mg/kg; skin may absorb small amounts
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure linked to dermatitis, eye irritation, possible liver load
Irritation: Causes moderate to severe skin and eye irritation
Carcinogenicity: No data supporting human carcinogenic risk; not listed in IARC, NTP, or OSHA categories
Other Health Effects: Abnormal enzyme levels in animal tests at high dose, vomiting, headache, nausea for accidental swallowing
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to fish, daphnia, and algae at acute exposures; estimated EC₅₀ (Daphnia) <10 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Resists rapid biodegradation; ionic liquids show persistence in soil and water
Bioaccumulation Potential: No strong evidence for high potential, but cationic surfactants may sorb to sediments
Mobility in Soil: Water solubility allows migration in moist soil, adsorption to organic matter likely
Other Effects: Precautionary containment advised due to aquatic sensitivity, routine wastewater treatment may not eliminate compound
Disposal Methods: Treat as hazardous, incinerate with flue gas scrubbing, consult local chemical waste processing guidelines
Container Disposal: Triple rinse, puncture, recycle plastics or bury in authorized landfill
Do Not: Release to drains or watercourses, mix with general waste
Regulatory Disposal Codes: Consult country or region-specific regulations for hazardous organic waste
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for most transport regulations
Proper Shipping Name: Chemical, n.o.s. (non-hazardous class at small scale; check bulk shipment rules)
Transport Hazard Class: None assigned under UN Recommendations
Packing Group: None required
Special Precautions: Prevent package rupture, label container, shield from temperature extremes
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant in small quantities, avoid release during accidents
Labeling: Conforms to GHS for laboratory and industrial supply
Chemical Inventories: Listed in REACH (EU), TSCA (US), IECIC (CN), and other global registers
Restrictions: Use subject to workplace chemical regulations and environmental limits
Occupational Exposure: No PEL/REL/WEEL established
Other Regulations: Subject to reporting under section 313 of SARA Title III (US); consult national chemical storage and environmental release regulations for further orders
