Material Safety Data Sheet for N-Pentyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Bis((Trifluoromethyl)Sulfonyl)Imide

1. Identification

Product Name: N-Pentyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Bis((Trifluoromethyl)Sulfonyl)Imide
Chemical Formula: C10H20F6N2O4S2
Synonyms: [1-Pentyl-1-methylpyrrolidinium][bis(trifluoromethanesulfonyl)imide], [Pyrr15] [TFSI]
Recommended Use: Used in battery electrolytes, electrochemistry, and ionic liquid research
Supplier: Refer to label or safety office contact information
Emergency Contact: Local chemical safety office or national poison control

2. Hazard Identification

Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory tract irritation, prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause mild irritation, harmful to aquatic organisms with long-lasting effects
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors or mist, wear protective gloves, eye and face protection, wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid release into the environment, in case of inadequate ventilation, wear respiratory protection

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name: N-Pentyl-N-Methylpyrrolidinium Bis((Trifluoromethyl)Sulfonyl)Imide
CAS Number: 464927-84-2
EC Number: Not allocated
Concentration: 100% (Pure substance)
Impurities: No known significant impurities affecting classification

4. First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with plenty of water, seek medical attention if rash appears or irritation persists
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, seek medical attention immediately
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, seek prompt medical attention if you feel unwell
Important Symptoms: Eye and skin irritation, possible respiratory discomfort or digestive tract upset

5. Fire-Fighting Measures

Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct jet of water
Specific Hazards: During combustion, may produce toxic fumes such as hydrogen fluoride, carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, and sulfur oxides
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, use full protective gear
Advice for Firefighters: Fight fire from safe distance, prevent run-off from entering drains or waterways

6. Accidental Release Measures

Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, ventilate, avoid breathing vapors, use personal protective equipment including gloves and safety goggles
Environmental Precautions: Contain spill, do not allow product to enter drains, watercourses, or soil
Clean-up Methods: Absorb spill with inert material such as dry sand or vermiculite, collect in a suitable, labeled container for disposal, wash spill site after material pickup is complete

7. Handling and Storage

Precautions for Safe Handling: Wear appropriate PPE, avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing, use only in well-ventilated area, do not smoke, eat, or drink near the material
Conditions for Safe Storage: Store tightly closed in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers or acids, use corrosion-resistant containment as required
Specific End Uses: Kept for laboratory or process-specific work and end-of-life disposal managed safely

8. Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limit for this substance
Engineering Controls: Work in a fume hood or well-ventilated area, use local exhaust as needed
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles or face shield, protective clothing, suitable respiratory protection if airborne exposure is likely
General Hygiene: Wash hands after use, remove contaminated clothing, avoid direct contact with skin or eyes

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
Odor: Very slight, not strongly noticeable
Melting Point: -20 to -10°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: > 120°C (Closed cup)
Solubility: Readily soluble in water and organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Very low at ambient temperatures
Density: Approximately 1.30-1.40 g/cm3 at 20°C
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous)
Viscosity: Viscous at room temperature
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined

10. Stability and Reactivity

Stability: Stable under normal storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: May react with strong acids or oxidizers
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to elevated temperatures, moisture ingress, incompatible materials
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Toxic gases including hydrogen fluoride, carbon oxides, and sulfur oxides upon combustion or decomposition

11. Toxicological Information

Acute Toxicity: Low acute toxicity based on available data, ingestion may irritate gastrointestinal tract
Irritation: Eye irritant, causes serious eye irritation; mild skin and respiratory tract irritation possible with prolonged exposure
Skin Sensitization: Not classified as a sensitizer
Long-Term Exposure: Effects not fully studied, prudent handling advised
Carcinogenicity: No known carcinogenic potential from available data
Mutagenicity: Not classified as mutagenic based on available information
Reproductive Effects: No data indicating reproductive toxicity; avoid unnecessary exposure, especially during pregnancy
Symptoms: Red eyes, skin dryness, mild cough, upset stomach

12. Ecological Information

Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects, use measures to prevent product from entering waterways
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, persistence expected in the environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, based on physicochemical properties; detailed studies limited
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility; product may reach water sources if improperly managed
Other Adverse Effects: Take care to minimize environmental releases, as ionic liquids pose long-term impact on aquatic organisms and microbes

13. Disposal Considerations

Waste Treatment Methods: Treat as hazardous chemical waste, collect in suitable containers for licensed chemical waste contractor
Product Disposal: Do not pour into drains or waterways, observe all national and local environmental regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of as hazardous waste, ensure containers are properly rinsed and labeled prior to disposal
Incineration: Preferred disposal method for ionic liquids in accordance with regulatory guidance

14. Transport Information

UN Number: Not regulated as a dangerous good for transport under most national and international codes
Transport Hazard Class: Typically not classified as a dangerous substance for transport
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Minimize risk of spillage, keep containers upright and tightly sealed during transit, segregate from food and animal feeds
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant, but spills into water or soil require attention

15. Regulatory Information

Label Elements: Complies with GHS standards including hazard pictograms, signal words, and statements
Chemical Inventory Status: Check national and regional chemical inventories for compliance, may be subject to specific local reporting
Health and Safety Regulations: Observe workplace safety guidelines, comply with occupational exposure limits where specified by local regulations
Environmental Regulations: Restrictions may exist regarding discharge or disposal, always follow local environmental protection statutes