Product Name: N-Hexyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Bromide
Chemical Formula: C11H24BrN
Synonyms: 1-Hexyl-1-Methylpyrrolidinium Bromide
CAS Number: 868131-36-8
Use: Applied in research labs and industrial applications involving ionic liquids, solvents, and catalysts.
Manufacturer Contact: Emergency hotline, technical support contacts, and supplier details follow safety supply chain standards.
Recommended Restrictions: Not for food, drug, or household use.
GHS Status: Classified as hazardous, irritation possible for eyes, skin, and respiratory system.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark indicating acute toxicity, irritation, and environmental risks.
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract. Harmful if swallowed. Possible damage to aquatic life.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact. Use PPE. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Prevent release to the environment.
Chemical Name: N-Hexyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Bromide
Concentration: >98% purity
Impurities: Traces of related pyrrolidium compounds, pyrrolidine, and bromide salts.
Eye Contact: Rinse carefully under running water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Seek emergency care.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Use soap and plenty of water to wash skin. If irritation develops, pursue medical assistance.
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. If breathing stops, give artificial respiration. See a healthcare provider.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Get prompt medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, irritation, coughing, or difficulty breathing.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam. Use water spray for large fires.
Special Hazards Produced: Hydrogen bromide, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides under heat, dense toxic smoke possible.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective suit, self-contained breathing apparatus, chemical-resistant gloves.
Advice for Firefighters: Evacuate area and contain runoff. Cool containers with water if exposed to fire.
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, splash goggles, and a lab coat or chemical apron. Use a respirator if dust forms.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into waterways, drains, soil, and sewers.
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up or vacuum while minimizing dust. Place material in a labeled waste container for disposal following regulations. Ventilate area and wash with soap and water as necessary.
Safe Handling: Operate in well-ventilated areas or under fume hoods. Avoid contact with skin, clothes, or eyes. Keep away from incompatible substances.
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Protect from light, moisture, and heat. Keep segregated from acids, oxidizers, and food items.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, strong acids.
Safe Storage Temperatures: Recommended 2–8°C.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or fume hood to keep airborne concentrations below recommended limits.
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves or equivalent, splash-proof safety goggles, lab coat, closed shoes. Use a NIOSH-approved respirator if dust or aerosol formation occurs.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and after working with this substance. Do not eat or drink in the work area. Change clothes if contaminated.
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Weak amine-like
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Neutral to mildly basic in aqueous solution
Melting Point: About 200°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not determined
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents like methanol, ethanol, and dimethyl sulfoxide
Density: (Approx) 1.09 g/cm³ at 25°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Viscosity: Not available
Evaporation Rate: Not available.
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions.
Reactivity: May react strongly with oxidizing agents or decomposes under strong acids.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen bromide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide formed in fire or heat exposure.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases.
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, and light exposure promote degradation or hazardous byproducts.
Possible Health Effects: Skin or eye contact may cause irritation or burns. Inhalation may irritate airways, coughing possible. Ingestion leads to stomach pain, nausea, or diarrhea.
Acute Toxicity Data: Estimated LD50 (oral, rat): 300-2000 mg/kg. Inhalation exposure is not well characterized.
Chronic Exposure: No known data for long-term effects, but chronic exposure should be avoided pending further study.
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.
Sensitization: No information available; possible allergen risk cannot be ruled out.
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environments.
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to have low biodegradability, remains persistent in soil and water.
Bioaccumulation: Low potential for bioaccumulation is anticipated, but insufficient study data exists.
Mobility: Moderately mobile in soil and water.
Other Adverse Effects: Chemical run-off may impact water treatment systems or soil organisms.
Waste Disposal Methods: Incinerate or send to licensed chemical waste facility. Follow all local, regional, national, and international regulations.
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, remove labels, and dispose or recycle as hazardous waste.
Special Precautions: Avoid release to environment. Consult chemical waste professional for substantial volumes.
UN Number: Consult updated transportation literature for current UN number.
Proper Shipping Name: N-Hexyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Bromide
Hazard Class: 6.1 (Toxic substances) may apply, check local guidance
Packing Group: III (minor danger); alterations possible with concentration.
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Special Transport Precautions: Package securely to protect against rupture or spill; review transit laws.
OSHA: Regulated as hazardous; keep SDS accessible.
TSCA Status: Listed or compliant under research and development exemptions.
SARA Title III: Not listed under Sections 302, 304, 313.
DSL/NDSL (Canada): May be restricted similar to US controls.
EU REACH: Registered or handled under research exemption clauses; adhere to substance-specific measures.
Other Applicable Regulations: Must observe regional, international chemical laws and occupational exposure rules.
