Product Identification

Product Name

Tetrabutylammonium tetrafluoroborate

Synonyms

1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, tetrafluoroborate(1-)
Tetrabutylammonium fluoroborate
Tetrabutylazanium tetrafluoroborate

CAS

429-42-5

Formula

C16H36BF4N

Molecular Weight

329.28

EINECS

207-058-8

Beilstein/Gmelin

3577508

Beilstein Reference

4-04-00-00556

EC Class

irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White solid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

159 - 162

Heat Of Vaporization

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 38

UN (DOT)

2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

3

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride.

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

HS Code

2923 90 00