Product Name: Tributyldodecylphosphonium Tetrafluoroborate
Chemical Formula: C24H54BF4P
Synonyms: No widely recognized synonyms
CAS Number: 1256209-27-8
Manufacturer/Supplier: Supply chain data differs by country, check packaging for precise source
Recommended Use: Specialized ionic liquid, laboratory reagent, electrochemical applications
Restrictions on Use: Not intended for food, pharmaceutical, or personal care products, avoid direct contact with skin, not approved for consumer use
Classification: Harmful if swallowed, may cause skin and eye irritation, avoid inhalation of dust or vapors
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, causes moderate skin irritation, causes eye irritation, ingestion may result in nausea, abdominal pain, or drowsiness
Pictograms: Exclamation mark for irritant, chemical bottle symbol for chemical risk
Precautionary Statements: Do not eat, drink, or smoke while handling, wash hands thoroughly after use, use protective gear to prevent contact
Other Hazards: May react with moisture to form hazardous byproducts, not classified as a physical hazard under GHS
Chemical Name: Tributyldodecylphosphonium Tetrafluoroborate
CAS Number: 1256209-27-8
Concentration: 98-100%
Impurities: Trace organophosphorus compounds, moisture less than 0.5% typical
Additives: No intentional non-disclosable additives
Other Ingredients: None present above reportable thresholds
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, seek attention if irritation develops
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, monitor for respiratory symptoms, seek medical advice if breathing becomes difficult
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention
Notes to Physician: Treat supportively, monitor for symptoms of chemical exposure, no specific antidote
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Media: Do not use water jets which may spread material
Specific Hazards: May decompose at high temperatures to release toxic vapors of phosphorus oxides, boron, fluorides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Firefighting Procedures: Approach from upwind, contain runoff to prevent environmental contamination
Combustion Products: Hydrogen fluoride, phosphorus oxides, boron compounds, carbon oxides may form
Personal Precautions: Evacuate personnel, wear chemical-resistant gloves, eye protection, and suitable respirator
Containment: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so, avoid contamination of sewers or waterways
Clean-up Methods: Absorb with non-combustible absorbent (sand, vermiculite), sweep up and place in suitable container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash spill area with plenty of water and detergent, ventilate area well after clean-up
Disposal: Follow local, regional, national regulations for hazardous chemical disposal, label waste clearly
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, avoid breathing dust, vapors, or spray
Storage: Store in tightly closed original container in cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible substances (strong oxidizers, water, strong acids)
Storage Temperature: Keep below 25°C to maintain stability
Special Precautions: Use with local exhaust ventilation, avoid sources of ignition, keep away from food or drink
Packaging Materials: Use polyolefin or glass containers, avoid metal or unlined steel
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established global OELs, minimize exposure wherever possible
Engineering Controls: Use fume hood or local exhaust to minimize airborne exposure
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear chemical splash goggles, nitrile or butyl rubber gloves, laboratory coat, closed shoes
Respiratory Protection: Wear appropriate respirator in the absence of adequate ventilation
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and exposed skin after handling, remove contaminated clothing, do not eat or drink in work area
Appearance: Viscous, colorless to light yellow liquid
Odor: Faint, may have mild organic scent
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Not established, typically neutral
Melting Point: Below 0°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not determined, likely above 100°C
Evaporation Rate: Negligible at ambient temperature
Flammability: Not classified as flammable, may burn at high temperature
Vapor Pressure: Very low at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not available
Relative Density: About 1.01–1.05 (water = 1)
Solubility: Partially soluble in water and most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Auto-ignition Temperature: Data not available
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C
Viscosity: Highly viscous at room temperature
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flame, moisture, strong oxidizing agents
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, water (causes slow hydrolysis), oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen fluoride, boron trifluoride, organophosphate fragments, carbon oxides
Polymerization: Does not occur
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: May cause digestive upset, moderate irritation to skin and eyes, headaches or dizziness (rare)
Chronic Effects: No data on chronic toxicity, repeat exposure could cause dermatitis
LD50 Oral: Not experimentally established, structurally related phosphonium salts show moderate acute toxicity
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No data suggest mutagenic or genotoxic effects
Reproductive Toxicity: No data available, avoid exposure if pregnant or lactating
Sensitization: No known sensitizing properties
Target Organs: No specific organ targeting known, irritation at points of contact
Ecotoxicity: May be toxic to aquatic organisms based on chemical structure, avoid environmental release
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, expected to persist in soil and water
Bioaccumulation Potential: May accumulate in aquatic organisms, limited data available
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility, likely binds to soil particles
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to waterways or drains, may contribute to local pollution if improperly disposed
Waste Disposal Methods: Treated as hazardous waste, incinerate at authorized facility, do not pour down drain
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse containers, dispose based on local chemical waste law
Special Precautions: Do not mix with other wastes, label waste containers accurately, prevent leaks
Recommended Disposal Code: Check with local hazardous waste authorities for classification and proper code
UN Number: Not regulated under international transport codes
Proper Shipping Name: Chemical, not otherwise specified
Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazard: Not a marine pollutant
Transport Precautions: Keep container tightly closed, upright, store in secondary containment to prevent spills
Transport in Bulk: Not subject to bulk transport regulations
TSCA Status: Subject to reporting, check current EPA inventory for latest status
REACH Registration: Registration or notification may be required in the European Union
SARA Title III: Not a listed substance under SARA 302, 304, or 313
California Prop 65: Not listed
Other Regulations: Comply with all applicable workplace chemical safety rules, EU, US, and country specific chemical restrictions may apply
Labeling Requirements: Follow GHS Hazard Communication Standard, update labels with hazard information, precautions, and contact details for responsible party
