Product Name: (5-Bromopentyl)Trimethylammonium Bromide
Synonyms: Trimethyl(5-bromopentyl)ammonium bromide
CAS Number: 34604-88-3
Manufacturer: Chemical supplier’s registered details
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, research, and intermediate synthesis
Emergency Contact: Provided by supplier or national poison center
Restrictions on Use: Not for drug, food, or household use
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity Oral (Category 4), Skin Irritation (Category 2), Eye Irritation (Category 2A)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin and eye irritation
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly, avoid release to environment, wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, and face protection, if in eyes: rinse cautiously with water
Other Information: May cause respiratory tract irritation, avoid dust formation, do not breathe dust or vapor
Chemical Name: (5-Bromopentyl)Trimethylammonium Bromide
CAS Number: 34604-88-3
Concentration: >99% pure as supplied
Molecular Formula: C8H19Br2N
Molecular Weight: 321.06 g/mol
Impurities: None known in supplied form
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, seek medical attention if breathing becomes difficult, provide oxygen if needed
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical advice for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, seek medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, get immediate medical help
Important Symptoms: Burning sensation, coughing, shortness of breath, redness, irritation
Advice for Medical Personnel: Symptomatic treatment, monitor vital signs, provide specific treatment for respiratory, skin, or eye symptoms if required
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, or carbon dioxide
Hazards: Releases hazardous fumes under fire conditions, including hydrogen bromide, carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus
Specific Hazards: Thermal decomposition may produce highly toxic and corrosive gases
Firefighting Instructions: Control run-off water to prevent contamination, evacuate area and fight fire from a safe distance
Personal Precautions: Wear respiratory protection, gloves, goggles, and laboratory coat
Environmental Precautions: Prevent release into floor drains, sewers, and watercourses
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up while avoiding dust formation, contain and collect for proper disposal, ventilate area, wash spill site after material pickup is complete
Spill Disposal: Dispose of via authorized waste contractor following local, environmental, and national regulations
Handling: Operate in a chemical fume hood wherever possible, avoid inhaling dust or vapors, wash hands after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke while using
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, keep away from incompatible materials and direct sunlight
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, alkalis
Other Considerations: Label containers appropriately, check for damage or leaks regularly, store away from food and drink
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limit established
Engineering Controls: Use only with adequate ventilation, employ fume cupboards and local exhaust systems
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile), protective lab coat, safety goggles, suitable respiratory protection in cases of excessive dust or inadequate ventilation
Hygiene Measures: Wash thoroughly after handling, do not touch face, keep work clothing separate from other laundry, remove contaminated clothing immediately
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Not significant or faint
Solubility: Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
Melting Point/Range: Approx. 245–250°C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
pH: Approximately 4-6 (10% solution)
Specific Gravity: Data not available
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Flash Point: Not combustible
Other Properties: Hygroscopic, avoid moisture exposure
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, acids, alkalies
Hazardous Decomposition: Releases bromine-containing and nitrogen-containing vapors on decomposition
Polymerization: No known hazardous polymerization
Other Relevant Information: Sensitive to moisture, exposure to moisture may affect chemical integrity
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed (oral LD50 values not specifically determined)
Skin Irritation: Causes irritation to skin on contact, redness, possible dermatitis
Eye Irritation: Irritating to eyes, may cause pain, redness, and watering
Respiratory Effects: May irritate mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract on inhalation
Chronic Exposure: Data unavailable, exposure should be minimized
Sensitization: No data available for sensitization from repeated contact
Carcinogenicity: No component listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Other Effects: Data on reproductive or developmental toxicity not available for this compound
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: Not thoroughly studied but potentially harmful, avoid environmental discharge
Persistence and Degradability: Persistent brominated compounds have environmental persistence
Bioaccumulation Potential: Expected to have low bioaccumulation based on molecular structure, but insufficient studied data
Mobility in Soil: Dissolves in water and may move through soil, potential for groundwater contamination
Other Adverse Effects: Discharge to waterways must be avoided, no further relevant information available
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of material as hazardous waste under local, regional, and national requirements
Contaminated Packaging: Handle as hazardous waste, rinse only if appropriate and allowed, label for safe disposal
Special Precautions: Keep out of drainage systems, avoid release into environment, consult waste disposal authority for guidance
Reuse or Recycling: Not recommended, chemical degradation not advised at small scale
RCRA Status: Product not specifically listed but treat as hazardous due to toxicity and environmental concerns
UN Number: Not assigned for this compound, ship as chemical not otherwise specified
Proper Shipping Name: Laboratory reagent
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated as a hazardous material under UN Transportation rules
Packaging Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not marine pollutant by transport guidelines, avoid all aquatic contamination
Special Precautions for User: Use leak-proof packaging, mark as chemical cargo for laboratory research, transport in original container
Labelling Requirements: GHS label required in laboratories and workplaces
TSCA Status: Not listed on the US Toxic Substances Control Act inventory, restricted to research uses
Other International Inventories: Check local, regional, and country-specific chemical inventories
Workplace Classification: Regulated as hazardous chemical under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Restrictions: Sale and use restricted to qualified users, not for use in consumer or food products
Additional Regulations: Danger symbol, warning phrase, safety data available for worker training, provide suitable documentation with all shipments
