Product Name: N-Butyl-N-Methyl-Piperidinium Tetrafluoroborate
Chemical Formula: C10H21N·BF4
Synonyms: BMPyBF4, 1-Butyl-1-methylpiperidinium tetrafluoroborate
Manufacturer: Contact relevant supplier for details
Recommended Uses: Electrolyte in batteries, ionic liquid for chemical processes
Emergency Telephone: Refer to local fire and medical emergency services
CAS Number: 174501-65-6
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 serious eye irritation.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust and fumes. Wear gloves and eye protection.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (Irritant)
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation may irritate respiratory tract. Prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis.
Chemical Name: N-Butyl-N-Methyl-Piperidinium Tetrafluoroborate
Purity: ≥ 97%
Impurities: Residual solvents & by-products ≤ 3%
Molecular Weight: 239.09 g/mol
Other Components: No significant additional components present
Inhalation: Bring person to fresh air. Call physician if symptoms worsen.
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes and shoes. Seek medical attention for persistent irritation.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids. Contact a medical professional.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Never give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious. Seek medical advice immediately.
Advice to Physicians: Treat symptomatically. No specific antidote available.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, foam, dry chemical powder. Water spray for cooling exposed containers.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water stream may spread fire.
Fire Hazards: Product decomposes at high temperatures, releasing hazardous gases including hydrogen fluoride and boron oxides.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Avoid inhalation of combustion products.
Special Procedures: Move containers from fire area if it can be done safely. Cool exposed containers with water spray.
Personal Protection: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and protective clothing. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Spill Response: Contain spilled material. Absorb with inert material like sand or diatomaceous earth. Collect into containers for disposal.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, sewers, and waterways. Notify authorities if significant environmental contamination occurs.
Decontamination: Wash spill area thoroughly with water and detergent after clean-up.
Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Handle in well-ventilated area. Open containers carefully.
Storage: Store in tightly closed, labelled containers in a cool, dry place. Keep away from strong oxidizers, strong acids, and moisture. Protect from heat and direct sunlight.
Incompatible Materials: Avoid contact with aluminum, magnesium, and strong reducing agents.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly before eating, drinking, or smoking. Remove contaminated clothing before entering eating or rest areas.
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for this compound. Minimize airborne exposure.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general ventilation to keep concentration below exposure guidelines.
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, long-sleeved clothing, and lab coat recommended. Use respirator if airborne dust or mist is expected.
Environmental Controls: Install safety showers and eyewash stations. Prevent release to the environment.
Physical State: Viscous liquid or crystalline solid, depending on storage conditions
Color: Colorless to pale yellow
Odor: Mild amine-like odor
Melting Point: 20 – 30°C (may vary by sample purity)
Boiling Point: Decomposes above 200°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Soluble in water and polar organic solvents
Density: Approximately 1.14 g/cm³ at 20°C
pH: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not determined
Viscosity: High, typical of ionic liquids
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard conditions.
Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong acids and bases, oxidizing agents, and metals such as aluminum and magnesium. Contact with water under extreme conditions may release HF.
Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition can produce toxic fumes including boron oxides, hydrogen fluoride, and carbon oxides.
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, direct sunlight, moisture, and incompatible materials.
Acute Toxicity: Data on acute oral and dermal toxicity limited but compound is considered harmful when ingested.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause local irritation.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Direct contact causes eye irritation or possible injury.
Respiratory Sensitization: Not expected under normal conditions, but inhaling dust or spray may irritate respiratory tract.
Chronic Effects: No data on long-term carcinogenicity or reproductive toxicity. Based on similar ionic liquids, watch for organ toxicity on extended exposure.
Symptoms of Exposure: Watering eyes, itchy skin, difficulty breathing on significant inhalation, nausea if swallowed.
Ecotoxicity: Limited direct data. Related ionic liquids may be hazardous to aquatic life by disrupting membranes or enzyme activity.
Mobility: Expected to be mobile in water; may leach into soil.
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable. May persist in environment.
Bioaccumulative Potential: Expected to be low. No measured bioaccumulation data on hand.
Other Adverse Effects: Monitor discharge to water systems. Take steps to keep releases below detection wherever possible.
Disposal Methods: Collect waste in appropriate containers. Treat as hazardous chemical waste. Hand over to licensed disposal contractor.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers with large volumes of water and dispose of according to local regulations.
Special Precautions: Do not release to sewers, water systems or soil. Avoid incinerating in open air due to toxic decomposition products.
UN Number: Not assigned for this compound; may be shipped as chemical not otherwise specified.
Official Shipping Name: N-Butyl-N-Methyl-Piperidinium Tetrafluoroborate
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified under most regulations, but treat as hazardous for safety.
Packing Group: Not assigned.
Environmental Hazards: Not marine pollutant under current guidelines, but avoid bulk shipments in sensitive environments.
Transport Precautions: Store upright. Ensure containers are tightly sealed and protected from breakage.
OSHA Status: Not specifically regulated. General Chemical Safety Standard applies.
TSCA Inventory: Not listed in all jurisdictions; check region-specific databases.
SARA Title III: No Section 302 extremely hazardous substances. Not listed for Sections 313 or 304.
REACH Status: Not fully registered; subject to substance-specific restrictions.
Other Regulations: Observe local, state, and national chemical safety laws when using or disposing of product.
Labeling Requirements: Chemical name, hazard pictograms, and risk statements prominently displayed on all vessels and containers.
