Product Name: Benzyltributylammonium Tribromide
Chemical Formula: C19H34Br3N
Synonyms: BTBAT, Tribromide salt of benzyltributylammonium
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, phase-transfer catalyst
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CAS Number: 4282-19-7
GHS Classification: Skin corrosion/irritation (Category 2), Serious eye damage/eye irritation (Category 2A), Acute toxicity oral (Category 4), Acute aquatic toxicity (Category 1)
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation, harmful if swallowed, very toxic to aquatic life
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid release to the environment, wear protective gloves and eye protection, if in eyes rinse cautiously with water
Signal Word: Warning
Chemical Name: Benzyltributylammonium Tribromide
Concentration: 98-100%
CAS Number: 4282-19-7
Impurities: No significant other substances present
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep person at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Rinse skin with water and soap for at least 15 minutes, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical advice for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, keep eyelids open, seek immediate medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, drink water if conscious, seek prompt medical care
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, pain, irritation to skin and eyes, digestive upset if swallowed
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions including hydrogen bromide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, protective clothing
Special Precautions: Avoid inhalation of combustion products, keep containers cool with water spray, prevent runoff from entering drains or water sources
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, ventilate space, avoid inhaling dust, wear appropriate protective clothing and safety goggles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering drains or waterways, notify authorities if contamination occurs
Containment: Sweep up without creating dust, place in labeled disposal container
Clean-Up Methods: Use damp cloths to wipe residues, wash spill area with plenty of water after material collection
Safe Handling: Handle in fume hood or with proper ventilation, minimize dust generation, use personal protective equipment, wash hands after use
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers and acids
Incompatibilities: Store away from moisture, acids, and strong oxidizers
Special Requirements: Keep out of reach of children, ensure access to eyewash stations and emergency showers
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established threshold limit value
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, chemical fume hood recommended
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, lab coat; use approved respirator if dust expected
General Hygiene: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during handling, wash thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing before leaving work area
Appearance: Orange to reddish-brown crystalline solid
Odor: Mild bromine-like odor
Melting Point: 120-126°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes on heating
Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, and organic solvents
Density: Around 1.48 g/cm³
pH: Not applicable (solid form)
Vapor Pressure: Negligible
Molecular Weight: 541.19 g/mol
Flash Point: Not flammable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal laboratory conditions
Possible Hazards: Decomposes under strong heating, releasing toxic bromine vapors and related compounds
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition: Hydrogen bromide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Polymerization: Product does not polymerize
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin and eye irritation
Symptoms of Overexposure: Redness, burns, headache, gastrointestinal discomfort, respiratory irritation
Long-term Effects: No thorough chronic effects documented; overexposure could raise sensitivity and allergic reactions based on similar quaternary ammonium compounds
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity or Reproductive Toxicity: Not reported or indicated from available data
Ecotoxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Mobility: Product is soluble in water, may pose risk of contamination if released
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable according to typical chemical class
Bioaccumulative Potential: Potential exists based on quaternary ammonium structure, but no specific studies available
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release into the environment, hazardous to fish, algae, and invertebrates
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose chemical waste in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations; do not discharge to sewers or natural waters
Container Disposal: Triple rinse and puncture empty containers before disposal at authorized facility
Special Precautions: Seek advice from hazardous waste management authorities, use licensed waste disposal contractor
Environmental Notification: Notify appropriate authorities if material reaches waterways or soil
UN Number: 3260
Proper Shipping Name: Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (Benzyltributylammonium Tribromide)
Transport Hazard Class: 8 (Corrosive substances)
Packing Group: III
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Transport Labels: Corrosive, Environmentally Hazardous Substance mark
Special Transport Precautions: Ensure secure packaging, protect from moisture, keep away from food and feedstuffs during transport
OSHA: Hazardous chemical as defined by OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Status: Listed in TSCA inventory
EU Regulation: Subject to the requirements of REACH and CLP Regulations
SARA Title III: Not listed as an extremely hazardous substance
California Proposition 65: No listed ingredients
Other Regulations: Product classified according to international transport and chemical safety regulations; users must consult applicable local and national requirements before handling or disposal
