| CAS Number: | 22206-57-1 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00149980 |
| Molecular Formula: | C16H36FN |
| Molecular Weight: | 261.47 |
| Chemical Formula: | (C4H9)4NF·XH2O |
| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Note: |
Stability: hygroscopic
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Tetrabutylammonium fluoride hydrate, 98% |
| Product Number: | 02-5015 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 22206-57-1 |
| Formula: | (C4H9)4NF.XH2O |
| EINECS Number: | 207-057-2 |
| Chemical Family: | metal halide |
| Synonym: | Tetra-n-butylammonium monofluoride |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 22206-57-1 | 100 | 2.5mg/m3 (as F) | 2.5mg/m3 (as F) |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | If inhaled or swallowed this compound may cause fluoride poisoning by reducing cellular calcium function. Early symptoms include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and weakness. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | Ingestion, inhalation, skin, eyes |
| Eye Contact: | Causes irritation of the eyes. May cause serious eye damage. Effects may not immediately appear. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes irritation, with redness and pain. Soluble fluoride may be corrosive. Effects may not appear immediately |
| Inhalation: | Causes irritation to the respiratory tract, May cause coughing, sore throat and labored breathing. |
| Ingestion: | May cause salivation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Fluoride poisoning may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, coma, and respiratory paralysis. Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Prolonged exposure to soluble fluorine compounds can cause deterioration of bone and tooth structure, and kidney damage. |
| NTP: | No |
| IARC: | No |
| OSHA: | No |
| SECTION 4: First Aid Measures | |
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| Eye Exposure: | Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention. |
| Skin Exposure: | Wash the affected area with water. Remove contaminated clothes if necessary. Seek medical assistance if irritation persists. |
| Inhalation: | Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance. |
| Ingestion: | Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce vomiting only if directed by medical personnel. |
| SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures | |
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| Flash Point: | not applicable |
| Autoignition Temperature: | none |
| Explosion Limits: | none |
| Extinguishing Medium: | none required |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. |
| Hazardous Combustion and Decomposion Products: | If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic fumes. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | Combustible material |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | Small spills may be mixed with diatomaceous earth, sand, vermiculite or other suitable inert material and swept up. |
| SECTION 7: Handling and Storage | |
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| Handling and Storage: | Store solid in a tightly sealed container. |
| SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection | |
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| Eye Protection: | Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory. |
| Skin Protection: | Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing. |
| Ventilation: | If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If in form of fine dust and ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134. |
| Additional Protection: | No additional protection required. |
| SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties | |
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| Color and Form: | white xtl. |
| Molecular Weight: | 261.47 |
| Melting Point: | no data |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | no data |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | none |
| Solubility in Water: | soluble |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | hygroscopic |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | contact with moisture |
| Incompatibility: | oxidizing agents |
| Decomposition Products: | Hydrogen fluoride and organic fumes |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | No specific information available on this product. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | no data |
| Mutagenic Effects: | no data |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | no data |
| SECTION 12: Ecological Information | |
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| Ecological Information: | No information available |
| SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations | |
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| Disposal: | Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. |
| SECTION 14: Transportation | |
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| Shipping Name (CFR): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (CFR): | NA |
| Packaging Group (CFR): | NA |
| UN ID Number (CFR): | NA |
| Shipping Name (IATA): | Non-hazardous |
| Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Additional Hazard Class (IATA): | NA |
| Packaging Group (IATA): | NA |
| UN ID Number (IATA): | NA |
| SECTION 15: Regulatory Information | |
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| TSCA: | Not listed in the TSCA inventory. |
| SARA (Title 313): | Title compound not listed |
| Second Ingredient: | none |
| Third Ingredient: | none |
| SECTION 16: Other Information | |
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| Disclaimer: | The information herein is believed to be accurate and reliable as of the date compiled. However, Strem Chemicals, Inc. makes no representation, warranty, or guarantee of any kind with respect to the information contained in this document or any use of the product based on this information. |
| Preparation Date: | 9/15/2001 |
| Revision Date: | 10/24/2011 |