Product Name: N-Butylpyridinium Iodide
Chemical Formula: C9H14IN
CAS Number: 14740-24-4
Synonyms: 1-Butylpyridinium iodide
Use: Laboratory chemical, intermediate in organic synthesis, ionic liquid precursor
Manufacturer: Detailed company information typically listed, with phone number, email, and physical address for emergency contact.
GHS Classification: Skin irritation, Eye irritation, Acute aquatic toxicity
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, harmful to aquatic life
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (for skin/eye irritant)
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid release to environment, wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection
Chemical Name: N-Butylpyridinium Iodide
Concentration: 100%
CAS Number: 14740-24-4
Impurities: No relevant impurities contributing to classification
Molecular Weight: 263.12 g/mol
General Advice: Move out of hazardous area, consult a physician, show safety data sheet to doctor
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, monitor breathing, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with plenty of water for at least fifteen minutes, seek medical evaluation for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, keep eyes open while rinsing, contact physician immediately
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, drink water if conscious, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides, hydrogen iodide under fire conditions
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Additional Information: Avoid inhaling fumes, keep containers cool with water spray if exposed to fire, prevent runoff from entering drains and watercourses
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, wear respiratory protection, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage, avoid discharge into drains, sewers, or waterways
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with sand or inert material, sweep up, place in suitable, labeled containers for disposal, ventilate area, wash spill site after material pickup is complete
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid inhalation, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, wash hands before breaks and at end of workday
Storage Conditions: Keep tightly sealed in original container, store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers, strong acids, moisture
Special Requirements: Protect from light, moisture, and physical damage, keep locked up and out of reach of children and unauthorized personnel
Engineering Controls: Work in chemical fume hood or well-ventilated area, provide eyewash stations and safety showers
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile recommended), safety goggles, lab coat, avoid open-toed shoes
Respiratory Protection: Use approved respirators if ventilation is inadequate
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established, monitor workplace air and use PPE as risk assessment dictates
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid
Odor: Odorless or slight pyridine-like odor
pH: Not applicable (solid)
Melting Point: Range around 175-185°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not available
Solubility: Soluble in water, polar organic solvents
Density: Approximately 1.65 g/cm³
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, strong bases
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, excessive heat, direct sunlight
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, hydrogen iodide, carbon monoxide and dioxide
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization anticipated
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Effects: Irritation to respiratory tract, skin and eyes
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure can cause dermatitis, potential thyroid disturbances due to iodide
LD50/LC50: No detailed human or animal data available, use caution and minimize exposure
Symptoms: Coughing, sneezing, itching or burning eyes, redness, dry or chapped skin, gastrointestinal upset if ingested
Carcinogenicity: Not classified by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: Not enough data for assessment
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic life, releases iodide ions into water
Mobility in Soil: Documented solubility in water increases risk of groundwater contamination
Persistence and Degradability: No data on biodegradability, ionic liquids sometimes show persistence in the environment
Bioaccumulation: No significant bioaccumulation expected based on available information
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to environment, follow best practices for chemical hygiene
Disposal Method: Dispose of material in accordance with federal, state, and local environmental regulations
Special Precautions: Do not mix with household waste, do not pour into drains or environment
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers should be handled as chemical waste, rinse with appropriate solvent and dispose accordingly
UN Number: Not classified as a dangerous good under transport regulations
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not applicable
Proper Shipping Name: N-Butylpyridinium Iodide
Environmental Hazards: Prevent spillage during transport, label as hazardous to aquatic environment if shipping in bulk
Special Precautions for Transport: Ship in accordance with all applicable regulations, avoid temperature extremes, keep container upright and secure
TSCA Inventory: Not all forms may be listed
EINECS/ELINCS: Listed under European regulations
REACH Status: Registration may be required for import and use in Europe
SARA Title III (Sections 311/312): Acute health hazard
California Prop 65: Not listed as a carcinogen or reproductive toxin
Other Local and National Listings: Verify status with relevant guidance for your region; follow all workplace safety and chemical hygiene rules as outlined by internal and external policies
