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CAS Number: 429-42-5
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09-6635
Ammonium › Tetrabutylammonium tetrafluoroborate, 99%| CAS Number: | 429-42-5 |
| MDL Number: | MFCD00011634 |
| Molecular Formula: | C16H36BF4N |
| Molecular Weight: | 329.28 |
| Chemical Formula: | (C4H9)4NBF4 |
| Color and Form: | white pwdr. |
| Note: |
Physical Characteristics: melting point 160-162°C
| SECTION 1: Product Identification | |
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| Chemical Name: | Tetrabutylammonium tetrafluoroborate, 99% |
| Product Number: | 09-6635 |
| CAS Registry Number: | 429-42-5 |
| Formula: | (C4H9)4NBF4 |
| EINECS Number: | 207-058-8 |
| Chemical Family: | halometallate salts |
| Synonym: | 1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, tetrafluoroborate(1-) |
| SECTION 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients | ||||
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| Ingredient | CAS Number | Percent | ACGIH (TWA) | OSHA (PEL) |
| Title Compound | 429-42-5 | 100 | 2.5mg/m3 (as F) | 2.5mg/m3 (as F) |
| SECTION 3: Hazards Identification | |
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| Emergency Overview: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. |
| Primary Routes of Exposure: | ingestion |
| Eye Contact: | Causes irritation of the eyes. |
| Skin Contact: | Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin. May cause redness, itching and pain. |
| Inhalation: | Causes irritation to the respiratory tract. Symptoms may include coughing, shortness of breath |
| Ingestion: | May be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea and shortness of breath. |
| Acute Health Effects: | Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. May be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms may include dizziness, nausea and shortness of breath. |
| Chronic Health Effects: | Product contains fluorine which under certain conditions of use, decomposition, or metabolism, may generate fluoride ion, causing, nausea, vomiting, labored breathing, hypocalcaemia, deterioration of bone and tooth structure, kidney and liver 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: | no data |
| Explosion Limits: | no data |
| Extinguishing Medium: | carbon dioxide, dry powder, water spray or foam |
| Special Fire Fighting Procedures: | If this product is 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 organic fumes, and corrosive hydrogen and carbonyl fluorides. |
| Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: | No unusual fire or explosion hazards. |
| SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures | |
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| Spill and Leak Procedures: | To avoid raising dust, 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 in a tightly sealed container in a cool well ventilated area. |
| 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 protective gloves and clothing. |
| Ventilation: | Material may form a fine dust. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood. |
| Respirator: | If 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 pwdr. |
| Molecular Weight: | 329.28 |
| Melting Point: | 160-162°C |
| Boiling Point: | no data |
| Vapor Pressure: | not applicable |
| Specific Gravity: | no data |
| Odor: | no data |
| Solubility in Water: | soluble |
| SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity | |
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| Stability: | air and moisture stable |
| Hazardous Polymerization: | no hazardous polymerization |
| Conditions to Avoid: | None |
| Incompatibility: | active metals, chlorine and strong oxidizing agents. |
| Decomposition Products: | carbon monoxide, organic fumes, hydrogen fluoride, bromine, and carbonyl fluoride |
| SECTION 11: Toxicological Information | |
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| RTECS Data: | No specific information available on this product. |
| Carcinogenic Effects: | No data available |
| Mutagenic Effects: | No data available |
| Tetratogenic Effects: | No data available |
| 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: | 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: | 2/22/2002 |
| Revision Date: | 9/22/2011 |
