Product Name: N-Butyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Trifluoroacetate
Chemical Family: Ionic Liquid
Recommended Use: Research, industrial solvent, specialty chemical applications
Supplier Details: Obtain through chemical distributor or manufacturer
Emergency Contact: Local Poison Control Center, Emergency response service
Synonyms: 1-Butyl-1-methylpyrrolidinium trifluoroacetate
GHS Classification: Acute toxicity (oral, dermal, inhalation), skin and eye irritant
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, contact may cause skin or eye irritation, inhalation of vapors can be hazardous
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, health hazard
Signal Word: Warning
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin, eyes; do not breathe dust or vapor; wash thoroughly after handling; use appropriate PPE; seek medical attention for exposure symptoms
Potential Health Effects: Skin redness, eye pain, respiratory discomfort, abdominal pain, headache
Chemical Identity: N-Butyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Trifluoroacetate
Chemical Formula: C11H20F3NO2
CAS Number: Manufacturer-specific, usually 944821-03-2
Concentration: 100% unless diluted; check label
Impurities: May contain trace amounts of residual solvents, water (<1%)
Other Components: None reported
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air; monitor breathing; seek medical care if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Rinse exposed skin thoroughly with water and mild soap; remove contaminated clothing; medical advice recommended for irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes gently with water for several minutes, lifting eyelids; remove contacts if present and easy; seek medical care
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting unless directed by a medical professional; medical attention advised
Most Important Symptoms: Burning, irritation, respiratory complaints, nausea
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: High-pressure water jets (can spread material)
Special Hazards: Combustion may release toxic vapors including carbon monoxide, hydrogen fluoride, nitrogen oxides, and perfluoroalkyl fumes
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), chemical-resistant suit
Advice for Firefighters: Avoid inhaling fumes, use water spray to cool containers, prevent runoff from entering drains
Personal Precautions: Use protective gloves, safety goggles, lab coat; ventilate area; avoid breathing vapor
Environmental Precautions: Contain spill to prevent entry into sewers, soil, or waterways
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with inert material (sand, vermiculite); scoop into labeled chemical waste containers; ventilate area and wash residues;
Decontamination: Wash surfaces with soap and water; dispose of contaminated cleanup materials
Handling: Handle in a fume hood or well-ventilated area; wear suitable PPE including gloves, goggles, long sleeves; avoid spills and splashes; use tools and methods to minimize exposure
Storage: Store in tightly-sealed original containers, away from incompatible or reactive substances such as strong bases and oxidizers; keep in cool, dry, well-ventilated place; prevent exposure to light and moisture
Incompatibilities: Avoid contact with strong oxidizers, alkali metals, acids
General Hygiene: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking; clean work surfaces regularly
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits; minimize exposure by engineering controls and PPE
Engineering Controls: Laboratory fume hood, local exhaust ventilation
Personal Protection: Impervious gloves (nitrile, neoprene), splash goggles, lab coat, closed-toe shoes
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved mask for higher vapor concentrations
Thermal Hazards: Not typically present, but handle with care at elevated temperatures
Appearance: Clear, colorless to light yellow liquid
Odor: Slight, characteristic to faintly amine
Boiling Point: Not readily available; estimated above 150°C
Melting Point: Usually below -10°C
Flash Point: Not determined precisely; assumed >100°C
Solubility (water): Miscible
Density: 1.2–1.3 g/cm³ at 25°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at 20°C
pH: (10% solution in water): 5-7
Viscosity: Moderate, typical of ionic liquids
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not established
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents, may slowly hydrolyze with water at elevated temperature
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Generates toxic fumes upon decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, moisture, direct sunlight, open flame
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, alkali metals, bases
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, hydrogen fluoride, perfluoroalkyl compounds
Acute Toxicity: Data limited; estimated moderate toxicity by ingestion, skin/eye irritation possible
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact, ingestion
Symptoms: Redness, discomfort, headache, nausea, coughing
Chronic Effects: No definitive studies; avoid repeated exposure
Carcinogenicity: Not classified by IARC, OSHA, NTP
Mutagenicity: No data
Reproductive Toxicity: No reported effects, data unavailable
Target Organs: No specific organ targeting reported
Sensitization: No evidence in current literature
Ecotoxicity: Information scarce; potential aquatic toxicity cannot be excluded
Persistence and Degradability: Likely persistent in environment based on structure
Bioaccumulation Potential: Expected to have low to moderate potential due to ionic nature
Mobility in Soil: High mobility expected, soluble in water
Other Adverse Effects: May disrupt aquatic organisms at higher concentrations; avoid environmental release
Aquatic Toxicity: Data insufficient; preventative containment recommended
Disposal Methods: Incinerate with approved chemical waste handler; do not pour into drains or release into environment
Container Disposal: Triple rinse, puncture, deliver to licensed waste disposal contractor
Contaminated Packaging: Handle as hazardous waste; label and segregate
Legal Requirements: Follow national, regional, local regulations for hazardous chemical disposal
Recommended Actions: Store waste in sealed, labeled containers; avoid evaporative losses; notify environmental authorities for large spills or releases
UN Number: Consult latest regulations; may not be regulated, check country-specific lists
Proper Shipping Name: Chemical, liquid, n.o.s. (contains N-Butyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Trifluoroacetate)
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified under ADR, IATA, IMDG as a dangerous good unless otherwise indicated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not listed as marine pollutant but avoid aquatic release
Special Precautions: Ship in tightly closed, leak-proof containers; transport according to regulations; ensure correct labeling and documentation
Safety, Health, Environmental Regulations: Subject to chemical health and safety laws in most jurisdictions, not explicitly listed under major chemical control inventories like TSCA or REACH
Labeling Elements: Signal word “Warning”, hazard and precautionary phrases as required for local regulation
Inventory Listings: Check relevant national databases (TSCA, EINECS, ENCS, DSL, AICS)
Hazard Classification: Not specifically listed as a controlled substance; handle per laboratory/chemical facility protocols
Other Requirements: Employers must ensure training for workers handling this chemical; periodic review of regulatory changes advised
