Chemical Name: Tetrabutylammonium Chloride
CAS Number: 1112-67-0
Synonyms: TBACl, Tetramethylbutylammonium chloride
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, phase transfer catalyst, organic synthesis
Supplier Information: Name, address, phone, and email contact for supplier/manufacturer
Emergency Phone Number: ChemTrec or local poison control
Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2), Skin irritation (Category 2), Acute toxicity oral (Category 4)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, harmful if swallowed
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, avoid inhalation and ingestion, wash hands after handling, wear protective equipment
Potential Health Effects: Irritation to eyes, skin; ingestion may cause gastrointestinal disturbances
Chemical: Tetrabutylammonium chloride
Ingredient Percentage: 98-100%
Impurities: None significant under normal laboratory use
Molecular Formula: C16H36ClN
Molecular Weight: 277.92 g/mol
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water for at least 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, consult physician
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, seek immediate medical assistance, never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
Symptoms: Redness, irritation, nausea, vomiting if ingested, possible respiratory irritation
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions such as hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective clothing, self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Procedures: Avoid inhalation of smoke or gases, cool containers exposed to fire with water
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable personal protective equipment, including gloves, lab coat, goggles, and dust mask
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe, do not let product enter drains
Methods for Cleanup: Avoid creating dust, soak up with inert absorbent material, sweep up and place in suitable, clearly labeled containers for disposal
Ventilation: Ensure adequate ventilation in affected area
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, clothing, avoid dust formation, handle in a well-ventilated place, wash hands before eating or drinking
Storage: Store in tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, keep away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizing agents, acids
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, moisture
Specific Use(s): Use as catalyst and chemical reagent under controlled settings
Engineering Controls: Use fume hood, local exhaust ventilation to reduce exposure
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses or goggles, lab coat, suitable gloves (nitrile, neoprene), if dust is present use NIOSH-approved respirator
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, face after handling, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific threshold limit value established for this compound
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
pH: Neutral solution
Melting Point: 37-41°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not applicable (solid material)
Solubility: Highly soluble in water and polar solvents
Density: 0.95–1.05 g/cm³
Vapor Pressure: Not determined
Partition Coefficient: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Above 180°C
Other Properties: Hygroscopic, absorbs moisture from air
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions known under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to moisture, extreme heat
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed; LD50 (oral, rat): approximately 1400 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation: May cause skin irritation on contact
Serious Eye damage/irritation: Causes eye irritation, potential for corneal injury
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not expected to cause sensitization
Mutagenicity: No data available
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, OSHA
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: None known under standard use
Other Effects: Prolonged or repeated exposure may dry out or irritate skin
Ecotoxicity: May be harmful to aquatic organisms at high concentrations, avoid release to environment
Mobility in Soil: Expected to have high mobility due to solubility
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable under standard conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: No significant bioaccumulation expected
Other Adverse Effects: No further environmental hazards reported
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of as hazardous waste according to local, regional, national, and international regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose of used packaging as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Do not discharge into drains, soil, or surface water
Recommended Disposal: Contact licensed chemical waste disposal facility for proper handling
UN Number: Not regulated for transport by major agencies
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class(es): Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Use robust packaging, avoid breakage or spillage
Shipping Label: Not required for this material according to current regulations
OSHA Hazard Communication: Material considered hazardous under 29 CFR 1910.1200 (HazCom 2012)
US TSCA: Listed
EU Regulations (REACH): Registered, not classified as a substance of very high concern
SARA Title III Sections 311/312: Acute health hazard
SARA Title III Sections 313: Not subject
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other Regulatory Listings: Check local country-specific requirements
Labeling Requirements: Hazard symbols, precautionary statements, supplier details
