Product Identification

Product Name

Trimethylphenylammonium chloride

Synonyms

Ammonyx 200
Trimethylphenylammonium chloride
Trimethyl-phenylazanium chloride

CAS

138-24-9

Formula

C9H14ClN

Molecular Weight

171.67

EINECS

205-319-0

RTECS

BT2190000

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

3572527

Beilstein Reference

4-12-00-00249

EC Index Number

612-124-00-8

EC Class

Toxic

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Blue-gray powder.

Solubility in water

Soluble

Melting Point

246 - 247

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately 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. Store protected from moisture.

Handling

Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Poison by ingestion.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. Toxic in contact with skin.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 24/25

EC Safety Phrase

S 53 25 39 45

UN (DOT)

2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

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, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Upper exp. limit

6

Lower exp. limit

1

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

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

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

9

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

HS Code

2923 90 00