Product Name: N-Hexylimidazolium Chloride
Chemical Formula: C9H17ClN2
Synonyms: 1-Hexyl-3-imidazolium chloride
Product Code: NHIC-010
Intended Use: Laboratory chemical, research chemical, ionic liquid precursor
Manufacturer Information: Customer Service Division, ChemResearch Solutions Inc., 2900 Discovery Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48108, United States
Contact Numbers: +1-800-555-2070 (24-hour emergency hotline)
Email Address: safety@chemresearch.com
GHS Classification: Acute toxicity (oral) Category 4; Skin irritation Category 2; Eye irritation Category 2A
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed; causes skin irritation; causes serious eye irritation
Pictogram: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling; avoid breathing dust or fume; wear protective gloves and eye protection
Possible Health Effects: May cause abdominal discomfort, diarrhea, and nausea upon ingestion. Skin or eye contact leads to irritation, itching, or redness.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, ingestion, eye contact
Chemical Name: N-Hexylimidazolium Chloride
CAS Number: 35449-97-3
EC Number: 252-040-6
Percentage: 98% or higher (by weight)
Impurities: Water (<2%), trace imidazole derivatives (<0.5%)
Additives: None
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air; keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing; seek medical advice for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and rinse skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; get medical attention if irritation persists
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with water for several minutes, lifting upper and lower lids occasionally; continue rinsing and obtain medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person; seek immediate medical help; do not induce vomiting unless directed by a medical professional
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation, redness, gastrointestinal discomfort
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Strong jet of water
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride, and carbon oxides in a fire
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full chemical protective clothing
Additional Information: Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray; remove containers from risk zone if safe to do so
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, ensure adequate ventilation, use personal protective equipment including gloves, safety glasses, and lab coat
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains or watercourses
Methods for Cleanup: Sweep up and place into suitable, closed containers for disposal; wash spill area with plenty of water and detergent; ventilate area
Disposal: Dispose of collected material at authorized waste management facility with appropriate licensing and regulatory compliance
Precautions for Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas; avoid formation of dust or aerosols; wear appropriate PPE; keep away from open flames and hot surfaces
Precautions for Storage: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place; keep container tightly closed; avoid moisture and incompatible substances like strong oxidizers
Storage Temperature: 2–8°C
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acids, bases
Specific Uses: Chemical synthesis, ionic liquids research
Control Parameters: No occupational exposure limits established by OSHA, ACGIH, or NIOSH
Engineering Controls: Use with adequate ventilation; employ local exhaust to minimize exposure
Eye Protection: Safety goggles with side-shields conforming to EN166
Skin Protection: Impermeable gloves (nitrile rubber recommended), long-sleeved laboratory coat
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved respirator for dusty or poorly ventilated environments
General Hygiene: Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking near workplace; wash hands thoroughly after handling; remove contaminated clothing before leaving area
Physical State: Solid
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Faint, characteristic amine odor
Molecular Weight: 188.7 g/mol
pH (aqueous solution): 5.5–7.5
Melting Point: 69–74°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not applicable (non-volatile solid)
Solubility: Soluble in water, methanol, and DMSO
Density: 1.08 g/cm3 (bulk)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal laboratory and storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers and reducing agents
Conditions to Avoid: High temperature, humidity, direct sunlight, open flames
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride
Polymerization: Will not occur under recommended conditions
Acute Toxicity (Oral): LD50 (rat) estimated >300–2000 mg/kg
Dermal Toxicity: Not fully characterized; moderate irritant
Chronic Effects: Prolonged skin contact may cause dermatitis; not classified as a carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA
Inhalation: Dust inhalation can cause respiratory irritation, coughing
Target Organ Effects: Mild effects on liver and kidneys with prolonged high-dose exposure (animal data basis)
Mutagenicity/Teratogenicity: No data available
Other Effects: Not known to cause allergic reactions or sensitization
Acute Aquatic Toxicity: Not classified as highly toxic to aquatic life but avoid release to environment
Chronic Aquatic Toxicity: Data not available
Degradability: Not readily biodegradable; persistence expected in soil and water
Bioaccumulation Potential: No appreciable bioaccumulation expected
Mobility in Soil: Compound may leach into groundwater in large spills
Other Environmental Risks: Avoid contamination of surface and ground waters; measures should prevent large releases
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of as chemical waste in accordance with local, federal, and state regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers; puncture and offer for recycling or dispose according to official requirements
Additional Disposal Information: Consult with licensed waste disposal contractor before large-scale disposal; do not allow to reach sewage system or open waterways
Regulatory Codes: RCRA code not assigned to pure product
UN Number: Not classified for transport as a dangerous good
Proper Shipping Name: N-Hexylimidazolium Chloride
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Avoid rough handling, ensure containers remain sealed and upright in transit
Transport Labels: None required under DOT, ADR, IATA, IMDG
TSCA Status: Listed
EINECS/ELINCS Number: 252-040-6
REACH Status: Exempt or registered, depending on volume and use
SARA Title III Sections 302/304/313: Not subject
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Canadian DSL Status: Listed
Other International Regulations: Consult local jurisdiction for requirements
