Product Name: 2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-Trimethylethanaminium Tosylate
Synonyms: Choline p-toluenesulfonate
CAS Number: 2216-69-5
Recommended Uses: Laboratory chemicals, intermediate for synthesis, research applications.
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Classification: Irritant to skin, eyes, respiratory tract; hazard category not classified as acute toxin based on available GHS criteria.
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation, use protective gloves/eye protection, wash thoroughly after handling, do not eat or drink while using this substance.
Chemical Name: 2-Hydroxy-N,N,N-Trimethylethanaminium Tosylate
Molecular Formula: C11H19NO4S
Molecular Weight: 261.34 g/mol
Component: Choline tosylate (>98%)
Impurities: May include trace amounts of water and unreacted tosylate derivatives
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms develop.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash with plenty of soap and water, contact physician if irritation persists.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if possible, continue rinsing, seek medical advice.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical assistance.
Symptoms: Irritation, redness, coughing, discomfort in eyes or respiratory tract may occur
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam.
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions such as nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, carbon monoxide.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Firefighting Instructions: Prevent run-off to sewers, use water to cool containers if exposed to fire.
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment including gloves, goggles, and a lab coat.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent large quantities from entering waterways, inform authorities in case of significant spillage.
Methods for Cleaning Up: Contain and collect spillage with inert absorbent, store in suitable closed containers for disposal, ventilate area, wash spill site after material pickup.
Handling: Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves, avoid inhalation or contact with skin or eyes, use only in well-ventilated areas.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container, away from incompatible substances (strong oxidizing agents, strong bases), keep in dry, cool, and well-ventilated space, protect from direct sunlight, segregate from food and beverages, keep out of reach of children and unauthorized personnel.
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established for this product; use standard chemical hygiene practices.
Engineering Controls: Work in fume hood, maintain adequate local exhaust.
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, lab coat, approved dust respirator as needed, eye wash stations and safety showers should be accessible.
Hygiene Measures: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use, wash hands thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing before leaving work area.
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Mild or odorless
pH: 5–7 (1% in water)
Melting Point: 120–130°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Readily soluble in water
Vapor Pressure: Not applicable
Density: Approx. 1.2 g/cm3
Partition coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Flash Point: Not determined
Explosive Limits: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable at ambient temperature and pressure for normal use.
Reactivity: No dangerous reactions expected under normal handling and storage.
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, moisture, direct sunlight, exposure to air over long periods.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, sulfur oxides, carbon oxides may form under fire or decomposition conditions.
Acute Toxicity: Not thoroughly studied; expected to have low acute toxicity based on chemical structure similarity to choline and tosylate salts.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Contact may cause irritation or redness.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes eye irritation; risk of serious damage is low for brief contacts but continuous exposure increases risk.
Respiratory Sensitization: Dust may cause mild irritation of respiratory tract.
Chronic Effects: No data for long-term exposure; avoid repeated or prolonged contact.
Other Effects: No known carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive toxicity effects for this compound.
Ecotoxicity: Data not available; not expected to be hazardous to aquatic organisms in small quantities but prevent material from entering water systems as a precaution.
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be biodegradable based on structure.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low potential for bioaccumulation; water-soluble, likely to be excreted.
Mobility in Soil: High water solubility suggests mobility in soil; may leach into groundwater if released.
Other Adverse Effects: Limited data; minimizing environmental release is best practice.
Waste Disposal: Dispose of as hazardous or chemical waste per local, state, federal regulations.
Contaminated Packaging: Wash thoroughly and recycle or dispose of as chemical waste.
Special Precautions: Do not flush to sewer, incinerate at approved facility if allowed, consult an authorized waste handler for removal.
UN Number: Not assigned, not classified as a dangerous good.
Proper Shipping Name: Chemical, n.o.s. (not regulated)
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Transport Precautions: Ship in clearly labeled, tightly closed, secure containers; protect from physical damage and weather during shipping.
OSHA: Not listed as hazardous
TSCA: Listed or exempt
REACH: Not registered; restricted in EU for certain uses
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting requirements
California Prop 65: Not listed
Other: Observe any additional national or local regulations relating to chemical storage, handling, and disposal; always check up-to-date regulations for research chemicals.
