Product Name: Tripropylmethylammonium Chloride
Chemical Family: Quaternary Ammonium Salt
CAS Number: 1941-30-6
Synonyms: N,N,N-Tripropyl-N-methylammonium chloride
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Recommended Use: Organic synthesis, phase transfer catalyst, laboratory reagent
Restrictions on Use: Not for food, drug, or household use
Classification: Irritant to skin, eyes, and respiratory system, as defined by GHS regulation
Label Elements:
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark (GHS07)
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact. Wear appropriate personal protection. Wash thoroughly after handling. If in eyes, rinse thoroughly with water. If skin contact occurs, wash thoroughly with soap and water.
Chemical Name: Tripropylmethylammonium Chloride
Common Name: Quaternary Ammonium Chloride
CAS Number: 1941-30-6
Concentration: 98% or higher (technical grade); minor impurities may be present
Other Ingredients: Water (<2%), trace organic byproducts (<1%)
Impurities Affecting Hazard: None identified at intended use concentrations
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if possible. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water. Obtain medical attention for persistent irritation or if symptoms occur.
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen and seek medical advice. In case of respiratory distress, seek immediate medical care.
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth thoroughly. Seek prompt medical attention. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, pain, tearing (eyes); redness, dryness, possible blistering (skin); cough, difficulty breathing (inhalation); nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain (ingestion)
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical: Emits toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride, carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides, possibly ammonium compounds during combustion
Special Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus. Approach fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors.
Hazardous Combustion Products: Hydrogen chloride gas, ammonia, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Advice for Firefighters: Avoid contact with material runoff, prevent contamination of water sources. Use water spray to cool unopened containers.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment, including gloves, protective clothing, safety goggles, and a respirator if vapors are generated.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage. Do not allow product to reach sewers, surface or ground water.
Containment and Cleanup Methods: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g., sand, earth). Place in waste container for disposal. Ventilate area. Clean contaminated surface thoroughly to remove residues.
Notification Procedures: Report large releases or those affecting the environment to local authorities, as required by regulations.
Safe Handling Guidelines: Handle in well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, or mist.
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly closed, properly labeled containers. Keep container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers or acids.
Special Sensitivity: Protect from moisture, direct sunlight, sources of ignition. Store away from incompatible materials.
Sanitation and Hygiene: Wash hands after use. Do not eat, drink, or smoke in area where material is handled.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limits established for Tripropylmethylammonium Chloride.
Engineering Controls: Use chemical fume hood or adequate general/local exhaust ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses or goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, rubber), lab coat or apron, appropriate respiratory protection for dust/mist.
Individual Protection Measures: Eye/face protection, skin protection, respiratory protection if exposure limits are exceeded or dust generated.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before breaks and after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid or powder
Odor: Slight ammoniacal or no significant odor
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH (1% solution): Approximately 4–6
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Estimated 180–190 °C
Boiling Point/Range: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: Not applicable (solid)
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Not classified as flammable
Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: Approximately 1.05–1.10 g/cm³
Solubility: Soluble in water, ethanol, and common organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Viscosity: Not applicable (solid)
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions and normal laboratory use
Reactivity: Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, sources of ignition, exposure to moisture, incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acid chlorides, anhydrides, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition can produce hydrogen chloride, methylamines, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin and eye contact, inhalation of dust, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: Limited data available; oral LD50 (rat) expected to be moderately toxic
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause irritation, redness, and dryness
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause irritation and redness, possible damage with prolonged exposure
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not expected to cause sensitization based on chemical class
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by NTP, IARC, OSHA
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No data available; not expected based on chemical structure
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence of reproductive toxicity in similar compounds
STOT – Single Exposure: May cause respiratory irritation
STOT – Repeated Exposure: No data available; expected to be low hazard
Ecotoxicity: Not classified as highly hazardous to aquatic life. Based on experience with quaternary ammonium compounds, may be toxic to aquatic organisms in high concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: May not degrade rapidly in environment; can persist in water and soil
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate significantly based on water solubility and molecular size
Mobility in Soil: Expected to have moderate mobility; will partition primarily to water
Other Adverse Effects: No known ozone depletion, global warming, or photochemical ozone creation potential
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations. Do not discharge into drains or the environment.
Hazardous Waste Code: Consult local, regional waste authorities for classification
Disposal Containers: Collect in tightly sealed, clearly labeled suitable containers. Prevent release to soil, waterways, and municipal sewers.
Additional Advice: Contaminated packaging should be disposed of in the same manner as product. Triple rinse and puncture containers before disposal where regulations allow.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport at typical concentrations
Proper Shipping Name: Tripropylmethylammonium Chloride
Transport Hazard Class: Not assigned
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as a marine pollutant
Special Precautions for Transport: Keep container tightly closed and upright. Protect from physical damage, heat, and moisture during transit.
OSHA: Not specifically regulated as hazardous under the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA: Listed on the US TSCA inventory
REACH (EU): Not registered; compliance for imported volumes required
SARA Title III Sections 302/304/313: Not listed
California Proposition 65: Not listed as a chemical known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity
Other Regulatory Requirements: Follow all workplace safety, health, and environmental protection laws specific to your jurisdiction. Chemicals must be handled in accordance with national and international regulations.
