Product Name: Tributyltetradecylphosphonium Bromide
Chemical Formula: C26H58BrP
CAS Number: 512401-40-6
Recommended Uses: Phase transfer catalyst, ionic liquid, research reagent
Supplier: Contact relevant chemical provider for importation records
Contact Information: Emergency phone numbers should be supplied directly by the manufacturer, including technical support lines for chemical incidents and 24-hour emergency resources
Classification: Skin irritant, serious eye damage, potential aquatic toxin
Label Elements: Warning sign, hazard statements for skin and eye contact, pictogram for harmful material, signal word "Warning"
Health Hazards: Causes irritation on skin and eyes, ingestion may lead to gastrointestinal discomfort, possible respiratory tract irritation if inhaled
Environmental Hazards: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Other Hazards: No information available about endocrine disruption as of latest testing
Substance: Tributyltetradecylphosphonium Bromide
Concentration: Greater than 98% purity for laboratory grade
Molecular Weight: Approximately 493.61 g/mol
Synonyms: None reported for this precise compound
Impurities: Manufacturers rarely list byproducts but expect standard trace organics below 1%
Other Ingredients: No additives, stabilizers, or co-formulants declared in standard supply
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, keep at rest, ask for medical attention if symptoms appear
Skin Contact: Immediately wash with large volumes of water and mild soap, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Flush gently but thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, do not delay seeking medical aid
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, provide water to drink if the victim is not unconscious, contact medical help directly
Advice for Medical Personnel: Treat symptoms, pay attention to respiratory tract and possible chemical burns
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray in fine mist
Specific Hazards: Gives off toxic fumes of phosphorus oxides, hydrogen bromide, and possibly unburnt hydrocarbons during combustion
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full structural firefighting gear with positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus
Other Instructions: Avoid breathing fumes, keep containers cool with water, prevent runoff from entering sewers
Combustion Products: Bromine compounds, organic particulate, possible phosphine gases at high temperatures
Personal Precautions: Wear protective gloves, safety goggles, and a fitted respirator for large quantities
Environmental Precautions: Avoid allowing product to reach waterways, drains, or soil
Methods for Containment: Use spill pillow or inert absorbent, collect with non-sparking tools
Clean-up Procedures: Sweep up product, ventilate area, decontaminate with dilute alkali solution if possible
Disposal: Place waste in sealable container for hazardous waste contractor
Handling Recommendations: Use in well-ventilated area, avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, never eat or drink when handling chemicals
Storage Conditions: Store tightly closed in cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and sources of ignition
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, bases, and combustible materials should not be nearby
Specific Storage Instructions: Preferably keep in original container with proper labelling
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific regulatory exposure limit, but practice general chemical hygiene for low volatility solids
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, fume hood for sensitive tasks
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile or butyl rubber gloves, safety goggles or full face shield, long-sleeved laboratory coat, closed shoes
Respiratory Protection: Properly fitted respirator for possible dust or mist, especially during transfer or mixing
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing before exiting work area
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid, may appear waxy or granular
Odor: Faint, not distinctive
pH (1% solution): Slightly acidic to nearly neutral (5.5-7.5)
Melting Point: Between 85°C and 100°C, depends on crystalline form
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling at atmospheric pressure
Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohols, and some organic solvents
Density: About 1.07-1.10 g/cm³ at 20°C
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient conditions
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not experimentally established
Flash Point: Not easily flammable under usual conditions
Autoignition Temperature: No specific data, thermal decomposition may occur below ignition point
Evaporation Rate: Not significant for solid forms
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard storage and handling conditions
Possible Hazardous Reactions: May react violently with strong oxidizers, avoid contact with strong acids or bases
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, ignition sources, moisture in storage area
Decomposition Products: Hydrogen bromide, phosphorous oxides, various hydrocarbons when burned or decomposed at elevated temperature
Polymerization: Not expected to occur under normal use
Incompatible Materials: Acids, bases, oxidizing agents, certain active metals
Acute Toxicity: Not acutely toxic by oral, dermal, or inhalation route at standard laboratory test levels, but caution needed due to irritant properties
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes noticeable irritation, prolonged contact may worsen burns
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Direct contact causes serious eye irritation and possible corneal injury
Respiratory Sensitization: Not classified as a respiratory sensitizer but should be avoided in powder or aerosol form
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not indicated by available data
Carcinogenicity: No data supporting carcinogenic risk as of the latest reports
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence for reproductive toxicity, but best avoided by those pregnant or breastfeeding
Repeated Dose Toxicity: No chronic toxicity data, use general laboratory precautions for novel organophosphorus compounds
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic life at moderate concentrations, especially to invertebrates and algae
Persistence and Degradability: Limited biodegradation in typical wastewater conditions, persistent under low-oxygen scenarios
Bioaccumulation: Potential to concentrate in aquatic organisms, low but noteworthy log Kow expected for phosphonium salts
Mobility in Soil: Moderately mobile in soil, especially where water is freely present
Other Adverse Effects: Not reported to have ozone depletion or atmospheric persistence behavior
Disposal to Environment: Releasing into waterways should be strictly prohibited
Waste Methods: Dispose of solid and solution waste as hazardous chemical through licensed disposal contractor
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse empty containers with copious water and dispose in accordance with local chemical waste policy
Special Precautions: Label all disposal drums clearly, never mix with general waste streams or pour down drain
Legal Requirements: Adhere to local, national, and international chemical disposal standards and documentation
UN Number: Not specifically listed with a UN transport number but handle as environmentally hazardous solid
Transport Hazard Class: Consider as Class 9 (Miscellaneous Dangerous Substances) for bulk shipments
Packing Group: III (minor to moderate hazard) if shipped under generic dangerous substance category
Labels Required: Environmentally hazardous substance marking, avoid incompatibles in the same consignment
Special Transport Precautions: Protect from sunlight, moisture, and extreme temperatures in transit; keep secondary containment during bulk movement
Regulations: Consult local and international transport code like ADR/RID, IMDG, IATA
TSCA Status: Confirm registration or exemption for industrial users in United States
REACH Status: Assess for any specific registration or authorization under EU REACH guidelines
Workplace Safety Rules: Must follow OSHA (US) or local workplace control rules for irritant and aquatic hazards
Environmental Regulations: Subject to wastewater and effluent controls for substances hazardous to the environment
Labelling Requirements: GHS-based hazard symbols and warning statements, English language for global trade
Other Marks: Consult Poison Schedule or other restrictions for import, storage, or supply for specialty chemicals
