Product Name: Trihexyl(tetradecyl)phosphanium hexafluorophosphate
Synonyms: THTDPF6, Ionic Liquid
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemicals, research and development
Supplier: Chemical laboratory supplier
Emergency Telephone: Emergency contact for chemical incidents
CAS Number: 682875-84-9
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (oral, dermal, inhalation), Skin Corrosion/Irritation, Serious Eye Damage/Irritation
Pictograms: Skull and crossbones, Corrosion
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed, Causes severe skin burns and eye damage, Toxic if inhaled, May damage organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, fumes or vapors, Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection, Wash thoroughly after handling, Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
Chemical Name: Trihexyl(tetradecyl)phosphanium hexafluorophosphate
Concentration: >98% (w/w)
CAS Number: 682875-84-9
Other Components: No significant impurities known that would affect classification
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, provide oxygen if breathing becomes difficult, seek medical attention right away
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with plenty of water or shower for at least 15 minutes, seek medical advice promptly
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, obtain immediate medical help
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, do not induce vomiting, get immediate medical attention
Most Important Symptoms: Burns, irritation, respiratory symptoms such as coughing and shortness of breath, possible delayed effects
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide; water spray may be used to cool containers
Special Hazards: Formation of toxic and corrosive fumes including phosphorus oxides, hydrogen fluoride, and carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing
Advice: Move containers from fire area if possible, prevent runoff to water systems
Personal Precautions: Use chemical-resistant gloves, protective goggles, and suitable respiratory protection to avoid contact
Environmental Precautions: Prevent from entering drains, surface water, and soil
Containment Methods: Absorb spill with inert material such as sand or vermiculite, place in suitable labeled containers for disposal
Cleanup Procedures: Ventilate area, avoid dust formation, wash area after material pick-up completed, dispose in accordance with regulations
Handling: Keep away from heat and sources of ignition, avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing, use only in well-ventilated locations, handle under inert atmosphere if possible
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers, protect from moisture, keep in cool, dry, and well-ventilated place
Incompatibilities: Keep away from strong oxidizers, acids, and halogenated compounds
Additional Advice: Handle under chemical fume hood, avoid breathing dust or vapors
Control Parameters: No specific occupational exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels low
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene recommended), safety goggles, laboratory coat, respiratory protection if ventilation inadequate
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face after use, do not eat or drink in work area, decontaminate clothing before reuse
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
State: Liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic
Melting/Freezing Point: Typically below room temperature
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not readily flammable, typically above 100°C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
Density: Approx. 0.90–1.10 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
pH: Not applicable
Reactivity Profile: Stable under recommended storage conditions, reacts with strong oxidizers or acids
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard laboratory handling and storage conditions
Hazardous Reactions: With strong oxidizers, acids, and moisture formation of toxic gases possible
Decomposition Products: Toxic fumes of phosphorus oxides, hydrogen fluoride, carbon oxides may form under fire or extreme conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to heat, flames, strong acids, oxidizers, and moisture
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected
Acute Toxicity: Causes burns to skin and eyes, harmful if swallowed or inhaled
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Severe irritation or burns on contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye burns and possible permanent damage
Respiratory Sensitization: Vapors or aerosols can cause irritation and respiratory symptoms
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may damage organs, possible reproductive toxicity
Routes of Exposure: Eyes, skin, ingestion, inhalation
Aquatic Toxicity: Potentially toxic to aquatic organisms
Persistence/Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, may persist in environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: Data limited, potential exists
Mobility in Soil: May adsorb to soil particles, avoid release to environment
Further Ecological Effects: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so, notify authorities if large spills occur
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of as hazardous chemical waste following local, regional, national, and international regulations
Packaging Disposal: Containers must be triple rinsed prior to disposal, or incinerated in properly permitted facility
Recommended Disposal: Incineration preferred, do not discharge to sewage or surface water
Special Precautions: Handle contaminated packaging as hazardous material
UN Number: 3265
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (contains trihexyl(tetradecyl)phosphanium hexafluorophosphate)
Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive substances)
Packing Group: II
Label: Corrosive
Environmental Hazards: Substance dangerous to the aquatic environment
Special Precautions for User: Ensure packaging is secure and labeled, keep away from incompatibles during transport
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Subject to chemical safety assessment under REACH and local chemical regulations
TSCA Status: Listed or meets TSCA requirements
WHMIS Classification: D1B (Toxic material), E (Corrosive material)
SARA Title III: Not listed as extremely hazardous but must be reported for large releases
Other Regulations: Ensure workplace has access to safety data, train personnel in proper handling and emergency response procedures, follow workplace exposure monitoring requirements according to jurisdiction
Labelling: GHS compliant labeling including hazard pictograms, signal words, and hazard/precautionary statements required
