Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for N-Ethylpyridinium Iodide

Identification

Product Name: N-Ethylpyridinium Iodide
Synonyms: 1-Ethylpyridinium Iodide
Chemical Formula: C7H10IN
Molecular Weight: 235.07 g/mol
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, organic synthesis
Supplier: Supply chain or laboratory provider details required
Emergency Phone: Accessible via regional or company-specific safety communications

Hazard Identification

Classification: Eye Irritant Category 2A, Skin Irritant Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and serious eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory irritation.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (GHS07)
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe dust. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, eyes
Potential Health Effects: Irritates mucous membranes, nausea, headache if inhaled in dust form

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Substance: N-Ethylpyridinium Iodide
Chemical Identity: C7H10IN
CAS Number: 10217-99-7
Concentration: 100% (neat substance)
Impurities: None specified to influence classification or risk

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist. Give oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Skin Contact: Take off contaminated clothing. Rinse skin immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
Eye Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes lifting upper and lower eyelids.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice immediately.
Most Important Symptoms: Burning sensation, irritation, coughing, gastrointestinal upset possible
Advice for Immediate Medical Attention: Treat symptomatically. Monitor for allergic reactions.

Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam. Water spray for larger fires.
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes of iodine and nitrogen oxides on decomposition. Vapors can irritate lungs.
Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing.
Firefighting Instructions: Avoid inhalation of fumes. Remain upwind. Cool containers with water spray to prevent heating and rupture.
Combustion Products: Iodine vapors, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides
Special Precautions: Do not allow runoff from fire fighting to enter drains.

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Evacuate area. Keep unprotected personnel away. Avoid breathing dust.
Protective Equipment: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and fitted lab coat.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Avoid entry into water systems.
Methods for Clean Up: Sweep up material, place in sealed container for proper disposal. Ventilate contaminated area.
Disposal: Dispose as hazardous waste according to local regulations.

Handling and Storage

Precautions for Safe Handling: Handle in well-ventilated fume hood. Avoid generation of dust.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. No eating, drinking, or smoking ongoing in work area.
Storage Conditions: Keep container tightly closed in cool, dry, well-ventilated location away from heat sources.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, bases
Recommended Storage Materials: Glass, Polyethylene containers

Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Control Parameters: No established occupational exposure limits
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation. Fume hood recommended for all procedures.
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical safety goggles, Nitrile gloves, Laboratory coat
Respiratory Protection: Approved respirator if dust formation or exposure limits are exceeded
Environmental Controls: Prevent product from entering drains or environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: White or yellowish crystalline solid
Odor: Weak; may resemble pyridine
Melting Point: 183-186°C
Boiling Point: Not available (decomposes)
Solubility: Water soluble
Density: 1.62 g/cm³
pH: Neutral to slightly acidic in aqueous solution
Flash Point: Not applicable
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Not available

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, strong oxidizing agents
Incompatible Materials: Strong bases, oxidizers, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen iodide, pyridine compounds, nitrogen oxides
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Not likely under normal handling and storage

Toxicological Information

Acute Toxicity: Data limited, ingestion expected to cause gastric irritation
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Symptoms: Irritation to eyes, skin, respiratory tract; may cause headache, discomfort if significant inhalation occurs
Chronic Effects: No confirmed long-term toxicity data
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity: Not known
Reproductive Toxicity: Not established
Target Organ Effects: Eyes, skin, mucous membranes

Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic life due to iodine content
Mobility in Soil: Soluble in water, may migrate with runoff
Persistence and Degradability: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, but iodine may pose risk
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release into environment; risk of eutrophication or iodine accumulation in aquatic systems

Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal Methods: Collect and dispose of material at government-approved hazardous waste facility
Container Disposal: Triple rinse containers before disposal, remove labels and follow hazardous waste procedures
Environmental Precautions: Do not discharge to surface water or sanitary sewer
Recommended Disposal Practices: Incineration, or use of professional chemical waste agents

Transport Information

UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous for road, rail, air, or sea under current regulations
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: Yes, on the basis of iodine content
Special Precautions for Transportation: Keep container upright and tightly sealed; prevent spills

Regulatory Information

TSCA: Listed
EINECS/ELINCS: Listed
REACH Registration: Not individually registered
OSHA Hazardous Chemical: Yes, based on irritant classification
Other Regulatory Info: Subject to regional workplace chemical safety requirements, safe use labeling recommended, always consult local guidelines
WHMIS Canada: D2B Toxic Material Causing Other Toxic Effects