Product Name: N-Octylpyridinium Tetrafluoroborate
Synonyms: 1-Octylpyridinium tetrafluoroborate
CAS Number: 262297-13-2
Recommended Use: Used in laboratory research, electrochemistry, or ionic liquid applications
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Classification: Skin irritation, Eye irritation, Specific Target Organ Toxicity – single exposure
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
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Signal Word: Warning
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or vapor, wash thoroughly after handling, use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area, wear protective gloves, eye protection, face protection.
Other Hazards: May form explosive mixtures with air; dust can irritate airways and mucous membranes.
Chemical Name: N-Octylpyridinium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS Number: 262297-13-2
Concentration: 100%
Impurities: Typical batch-dependent impurities below 1% (details on request)
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. Provide artificial respiration if breathing is difficult. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Skin Contact: Flush exposed area with water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. If skin irritation develops, contact medical personnel.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contacts if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and get ophthalmological evaluation if irritation persists.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Seek advice from medical professionals or poison control.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, or water spray.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jet, as it may spread fire.
Specific Hazards in Fire: Produces toxic and corrosive fumes such as hydrogen fluoride, boron trifluoride, nitrogen oxides, and carbon oxides if burned.
Firefighter Protection: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical-protective clothing.
Further Information: Cool containers with water spray. Keep upwind to avoid inhaling gases, smoke, and decomposition products.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area. Keep away unprotected individuals. Wear appropriate chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and a respirator.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage. Avoid discharge into drains, surface, or groundwater.
Cleanup Methods: Sweep or shovel up solid material and place in suitable closed chemical waste container for disposal. Wash spill area with plenty of water.
Reference to Other Sections: Refer to Exposure Controls and Personal Protection for further handling guidance.
Handling: Avoid generating dust or aerosols. Use only in a chemical fume hood. Employ appropriate local exhaust ventilation. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using this product.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use. Remove contaminated clothing and protective equipment before entering eating areas.
Storage: Store in tightly-sealed original container. Keep away from heat sources, strong acids, and bases. Store in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place at ambient temperature. Protect from moisture and incompatible materials.
Engineering Controls: Use local ventilation or chemical fume hood. Safety shower and eyewash stations should be nearby.
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirator if vapor or dust forms.
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, latex). Protective lab coat and long sleeves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
Work Practice Controls: Keep chemicals off skin, out of eyes. Avoid inhalation. Wash after handling.
Appearance: Solid; white to off-white crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless or faint amine smell
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Not available
Melting Point: 83-88 °C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not applicable
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Not classified as flammable
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Solubility: Soluble in water and some polar organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: >200°C
Viscosity: Not available
Density: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizers, acids, and bases.
Conditions to Avoid: Moisture, heat, open flames, incompatible chemicals.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Releases fluorine-containing gases such as tetrafluoroborate compounds, hydrogen fluoride, and nitrogen oxides on decomposition.
Polymerization: No dangerous polymerization expected under normal conditions.
Acute Toxicity: Data limited, can cause tissue irritation upon contact or inhalation. Possible nausea, headache from ingestion.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes local irritation and redness.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes irritation and pain with direct contact.
Respiratory Sensitization: Dust or vapor can irritate respiratory tract.
Carcinogenicity: No data showing carcinogenic potential.
Mutagenicity: No data available.
Reproductive Toxicity: Studies insufficient.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact.
Long-Term Effects: No chronic toxicity known, but repeated exposure can sensitize skin or respiratory system.
Symptoms of Exposure: Irritation, coughing, sneezing, nausea, headache possible.
Ecotoxicity: No detailed testing available, but chemical is likely toxic to aquatic organisms and plants due to pyridinium and fluoroborate content.
Persistence and Degradability: Product not expected to degrade rapidly in the environment.
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not thoroughly studied, though unlikely to bioaccumulate.
Mobility in Soil: Likely mobile, especially in water-soluble form.
Other Adverse Effects: Fluorine compounds can adversely impact water and soil quality. Release to the environment should be avoided.
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations.
Product Disposal: Incinerate or send to licensed disposal facility. Do not flush into drains or water supplies.
Packaging Disposal: Triple rinse and dispose as contaminated waste. Recycle only if cleaned and permitted.
Special Precautions: Avoid contact with incompatible materials during disposal. Handle containers carefully – prevent leaks and spills.
Legal Requirements: Follow requirements for hazardous chemical disposal.
UN Number: Not classified under UN hazardous materials
Proper Shipping Name: Chemical, not otherwise specified
Transport Hazard Class: Non-regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Avoid release into the environment during transportation.
Special Precautions for User: Avoid damage or leaks. Ensure secure packaging. Shippers must comply with national/international rules.
OSHA Status: Not specifically regulated
TSCA Inventory: Not listed or not required
SARA Title III: Not listed on Extremely Hazardous Substances
REACH: Not registered
Canadian WHMIS Classification: Not classified
Other Local Regulation: Refer to country-specific chemical inventories and workplace safety standards for further guidance.
