Product Identification

Product Name

Tetrapropylammonium bromide

Synonyms

1-Propanaminium, N,N,N-tripropyl-, bromide
Tetrapropylazanium bromide
Tripropyl ammonium bromide

CAS

1941-30-6

Formula

C12H28BrN

Molecular Weight

266.27

EINECS

217-727-6

Beilstein/Gmelin

3567846

Beilstein Reference

4-04-00-00471

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White to off-white crystalline solid.

Solubility in water

> 1000 g/L (20 C)

Melting Point

265 - 274

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

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

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 breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. 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 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

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

Flash Point

270

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.

Fire Potential

This material is probably combustible.

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

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, moisture.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, hydrogen bromide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2923 90 00