Hazard Statements: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin, may cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or vapors, wear protective gloves and eye/face protection, wash hands thoroughly after handling
Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name: Myristylpyridinium Bromide
Concentration: 98% or higher by weight
Synonyms: 1-Tetradecylpyridinium Bromide
Impurities: Typically contains trace levels of related pyridinium compounds, presence varies by synthesis batch
Molecular Weight: 356.38 g/mol
First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical help if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Flush exposed skin with large amounts of water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical attention for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids occasionally, get immediate medical aid
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, drink water if conscious, get immediate medical advice
Most Important Symptoms: Severe irritation, redness, burns, pain, possible systemic toxicity
Fire-Fighting Measures
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical powder, foam, carbon dioxide for small fires
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet could spread material
Hazards from Combustion: Produces toxic fumes including hydrogen bromide, carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Procedures: Keep containers cool with water spray, contain contaminated run-off to prevent entry into drains
Accidental Release Measures
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing, and goggles; provide adequate ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, rivers, and soil; contain spill using inert absorbent such as sand or earth
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up without creating dust, place in clearly labeled container for disposal; clean residue with water
Decontamination: Wash affected area with plenty of water after cleanup, ventilate area before reuse
Handling and Storage
Handling: Avoid prolonged or repeated skin contact, wear proper personal protective equipment, keep contained to avoid generation of dust
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers and acids
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, strong bases, and oxidizing agents can cause dangerous reactions
Specific Requirements: Label shelves and containers clearly, keep away from food and drink materials
Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for this substance; minimize exposure by engineering controls
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, safety showers, and eyewash stations in the immediate work area
Personal Protection: Wear gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety glasses with side-shields, lab coats or protective coveralls
Respiratory Protection: Use properly fitted particulate respirator where airborne dust exceeds acceptable levels
General Hygiene: Wash hands and change clothing after handling the product, do not eat or drink around chemical storage or use locations
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Low or no significant odor
Melting Point: 184°C to 188°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Soluble in water, moderately soluble in alcohols
pH (1% solution): Mildly acidic to neutral
Density: Approximately 1.1 g/cm³ at 20°C
Partition Coefficient (log P): Not readily available
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Flash Point: No data provided; material is not highly flammable in solid form
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable at room temperature under recommended storage conditions, sensitive to extreme temperatures or incompatible substances
Reactive Materials: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents and acids, potential for hazardous reaction if mixed inappropriately
Decomposition Hazard: Exposure to fire or high heat can generate toxic bromide or nitrogen oxide fumes
Polymerization: Not known to undergo hazardous polymerization
Toxicological Information
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed, toxic in contact with skin and upon inhalation in high concentrations
Skin Sensitization: Prolonged contact can cause burns or dermatitis
Eye Damage: Contact may produce severe injury or permanent damage
