Product Name: N-Hexyl Pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate
Synonyms: 1-Hexylpyridinium Tetrafluoroborate
Recommended Uses: Laboratory chemical, research and development, synthesis of ionic liquids
Manufacturer Identification: Supplier contact details available through commercial invoice and container labeling
Emergency Number: Company-provided hotline or standard regional poison center
Classification: Acute Toxicity Category 4 (oral & dermal), Eye Irritation Category 2A, Skin Irritation Category 2
Label Elements: Exclamation mark symbol, hazardous substance warnings
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin and eye irritation, may cause respiratory discomfort
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and skin, use only outdoors or in well-ventilated areas, wear protective gloves and clothing
Chemical Name: N-Hexyl Pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS Number: 332365-08-5
Molecular Formula: C11H18BF4N
Concentration: 99% (typical for purified form)
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms worsen
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with plenty of soap and water for a minimum of 15 minutes, consult healthcare provider
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, seek medical advice
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, call a poison control center or doctor immediately
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions, hydrogen fluoride and boron compounds can occur
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, use full protective gear
Advice for Firefighters: Move containers away from fire, prevent runoff from entering drains or watercourses
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, utilize protective equipment, ventilate spill area
Environmental Precautions: Prevent substance from reaching soil, waterways, or drains
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb spill with inert material such as sand, collect into containers for safe disposal, decontaminate area with soapy water
Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, avoid inhalation of dust or vapor, always use proper laboratory practices
Storage Conditions: Store in a tightly closed container, keep in a cool and dry location, ensure adequate ventilation, segregate from incompatible materials like strong oxidizing agents
Other Precautions: Wash thoroughly after handling, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking during use
Engineering Controls: Use chemical fume hood, maintain eyewash and safety shower in work area, guarantee strong general room ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemically-resistant gloves, laboratory coat, goggles or face shield, NIOSH-approved respirator for dust or vapor
Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established; minimize exposure with administrative and engineering controls
Appearance: White to light yellow crystalline solid
Odor: Mild, characteristic
Melting Point: 60–70°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Miscible with water and polar organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Essentially negligible at room temperature
pH: Neutral in solution
Density: About 1.0–1.2 g/cm³
Flash Point: Not readily flammable
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers, generates toxic fluoride gases on decomposition
Hazardous Polymerization: Does not occur
Conditions to Avoid: Prolonged exposure to moisture, strong heat sources, incompatible chemicals
Incompatible Materials: Strong bases, strong acids, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen fluoride, boron trifluoride, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides
Acute Toxicity: Ingestion or inhalation may cause gastrointestinal and respiratory tract symptoms
Skin Sensitization: Can result in redness and irritation
Eye Damage: May cause severe irritation, pain, redness, vision disturbance
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated contact might lead to dermatitis; information on long-term health impacts still developing in literature
Carcinogenicity: No known components classified as carcinogens by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Mutagenicity / Reproductive Toxicity: Data lacking for this compound; general prudence demands minimizing long-term exposure
Aquatic Toxicity: Toxic to aquatic life with long-lasting effects; tetrafluoroborate ion can disrupt sensitive aquatic environments
Bioaccumulative Potential: Data not conclusive, but pyridinium salts may accumulate in biological systems
Mobility in Soil: Compound soluble, may leach to groundwater if improperly disposed
Persistence and Degradability: Limited rapid breakdown in the environment; tetrafluoroborate persists
Other Adverse Effects: Caution urged to avoid release into natural water systems
Waste Management: Dispose of as hazardous laboratory chemical, incinerate in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers before disposal, manage rinsate as hazardous waste
Other Disposal Guidance: Do not release to drains or environment, check chemical waste streams for compatibility prior to mixing
UN Number: Not assigned specific UN number; transport as a chemical under general laboratory hazard class
Transportation Name: Chemical, n.o.s. (contains N-Hexyl Pyridinium Tetrafluoroborate)
Hazard Class: 9 (miscellaneous dangerous substances)
Packing Group: III or user-specified based on risk assessment
Environmental Hazards: Substance presents transport hazard to aquatic environments
Precautions for Transport: Package securely, prevent leaks, inform shippers of potential hazards, comply with international and regional transport regulations
USA Regulations: Not listed on TSCA, SARA 302 or SARA 313; user responsibility to determine workplace applicability
EU Regulations: Substance not registered under REACH, classified according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Other Countries: Refer to specific chemical inventories (e.g., Japanese ENCS, Canadian DSL/NDSL) for status
Labelling Requirements: Complies with GHS labeling, hazard statements, and risk/safety phrases
Restrictions: Intended for professional use only, not to be used in household products or food applications
