Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Tet r aet hylammonium c h l o r i d e , Catalog
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
monohydrate
68696-18-4; 56-34-8
CAS#
(anhydrous)
Tetraethylammonium chloride, monohydrate
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion, of
Potential Acute Health
inhalation.
Effects
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Potential Chronic Health
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least
Eye Contact
15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove
Skin Contact
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact Not available.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
Inhalation
medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Not available.
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
Ingestion
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if symptoms
appear.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature Not available.
Not available.
Flash Points
Not available.
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2...), halogenated compounds.
Products of Combustion
Fire Hazards in Presence of Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of heat.
Various Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Presence of Various
Substances
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
and Instructions
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Explosion Hazards
Tetraethylammonium chloride, monohydrate
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Use appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading
Small Spill
water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on
Large Spill
the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not
Precautions
ingest. Do not breathe dust. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label.
Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
Engineering Controls
recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection Safety glasses. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case Splash goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to
avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE
of a Large Spill
handling this product.
Exposure Limits Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Solid. (Deliquescent solid. Crystalline solid.) Not available.
Physical state and O dor
appearance
Not available.
Taste
183.72 g/mole
Molecular Weight
Colorless to light yellow.
Color
Not available.
pH (1% soln/water)
Not available.
Boiling Point
94°C (201.2°F) 102 C.
Melting Point
Not available.
Critical Temperature
Not available.
Specific Gravity
Not applicable.
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Volatility
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
See solubility in water.
Dispersion Properties
Easily soluble in cold water.
Solubility
Tetraethylammonium chloride, monohydrate
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Conditions of Instability Excess heat, incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various Reactive with oxidizing agents.
substances
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Corrosivity
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
Will not occur.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 833 mg/kg [Mouse].
Toxicity to Animals
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Other Toxic Effects on Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
Humans Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Acute Potential Health Effects:
Toxic Effects on Humans Skin: Causes skin irritation.
Eyes: Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. May affect behavior/central nervous system/peripheral nervous
system (paresthesis, flaccid paralysis, change in motor activity, muscle weakness, somnolence, tremor, ataxia),
respiration (respiratory depression).
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
The products of degradation are more toxic than the product itself.
Toxicity of the Products
of Biodegradation
Not available.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
Tetraethylammonium chloride, monohydrate
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control
Waste Disposal
regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
DO T Cl assi fi cati on
Not applicable.
Identification
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DO T (Pi ctograms)
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
No products were found.
Federal and State
Regulations
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
California
cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Proposition 65
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to
cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other Regulations EINECS: This product is not on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Canada: Not listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL) or Canadian Non- Domestic Substance List (NDSL).
China: Not listed on National Inventory.
Japan: Not listed on National Inventory (ENCS).
Korea: Not listed on National Inventory (KECI).
Philippines: Not listed on National Inventory (PICCS).
Australia: Not listed on AICS.
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
Other Classifications
R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin. S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
DSCL (EEC)
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S28- After contact with skin, wash immediately
with plenty of water.
S37/39- Wear suitable gloves and eye/face
protection.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 2 National Fire Protection
1 Flammability
1 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
1 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity 0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
E
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
Tetraethylammonium chloride, monohydrate
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG(Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Dust respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation
is inadequate.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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