Product Name: 1-Butylimidazole
Synonyms: N-Butylimidazole, Imidazole, 1-butyl-
CAS Number: 20400-59-5
Recommended Use: Chemical intermediate, laboratory reagent
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GHS Classification: Acute toxicity (oral), Skin irritation, Eye irritation
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, harmful if swallowed
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, wash skin thoroughly after handling, use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area
Pictograms: Exclamation Mark
Other Hazards: Vapors may form flammable mixtures with air
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, eye contact
Chemical Name: 1-Butylimidazole
Concentration: 98% or greater
CAS Number: 20400-59-5
Impurities: Residual solvents, trace water (<1%)
Other Components: None intentionally present
General Advice: Move individual to fresh air, provide rest and warmth
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, keep person at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin with plenty of soap and water, medical attention if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical attention if discomfort continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting, seek medical advice immediately
Most Important Symptoms: Can cause redness, irritation, possible burning sensation
Indication for Immediate Medical Attention: Persistent respiratory difficulty, eye injury, severe irritation
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Water jet
Specific Hazards: Combustion forms toxic gases including nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical protective clothing
Special Procedures: Remove containers from fire area if safe, cool with water spray
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, ventilate area, avoid breathing vapors
Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves, safety goggles, lab coat, face shield in case of splashing risk
Environmental Precautions: Prevent leakage or spillage from entering drains, watercourses, or soil
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with inert material (vermiculite, sand), transfer to chemical waste container, wash spill site with water after material pickup
Disposal Methods: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations
Handling Precautions: Use in fume hood, avoid Contact with eyes, skin, and clothing, do not inhale vapors or mist
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands thoroughly after use, keep work clothing separate
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed original container, in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, incompatible substances include strong oxidizing agents and acids
Special Provisions: Use non-sparking tools, ground containers to prevent static accumulation
Exposure Limits: No ACGIH or OSHA limits established for 1-Butylimidazole
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation or general ventilation
Respiratory Protection: Air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge for insufficient ventilation
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile recommended), long-sleeved lab coat
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or face shield
Other Protective Equipment: Safety shower and eyewash station near work area
General Measures: Remove contaminated clothing immediately, launder before reuse
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Slightly amine-like
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Slightly basic (in water)
Melting Point / Freezing Point: -56°C
Boiling Point: 225°C
Flash Point: 95°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Flammability: Combustible liquid
Upper/Lower Flammability Limits: Not available
Vapor Pressure: 0.07 mmHg @ 25°C
Vapor Density: 4.1 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 1.015 g/cm³
Solubility: Miscible with water, alcohols
Partition Coefficient: Not determined
Auto-ignition Temperature: 265°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not established
Viscosity: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard handling, protected from moisture
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Reacts vigorously with strong oxidizing agents, acids
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flame, electrostatic discharge, incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong reducing agents, acids
Hazardous Decomposition: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): >200 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Irritating to skin, may cause redness and dryness
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Irritating to eyes, may cause stinging, tearing
Respiratory Sensitization: Can irritate respiratory tract
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No data available
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, OSHA, or NTP
Reproductive Toxicity: No data available
STOT-single Exposure: May cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache
Aspiration hazard: Not classified
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or repeated contact may cause dermatitis
Toxicity to Aquatic Organisms: Not classified as hazardous, but avoid release
Persistence and Degradability: Slowly biodegradable in water and soil
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, tends not to accumulate in organisms
Mobility in Soil: Mobile in water, soluble
Other Adverse Effects: Spilling can cause oxygen depletion in waterways, disrupts microbial life
Methods of Disposal: Burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber only if permitted by authorities, otherwise deliver to licensed waste disposal contractor
Container Handling: Rinse containers, empty residue, dispose in accordance with governmental regulations
Avoid: Release to environment, mixing with regular trash, pouring into sewers
Waste Codes: Consult local hazardous waste authority for proper classification
UN Number: Not regulated under most international transport regulations
Proper Shipping Name: 1-Butylimidazole
Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not assigned
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Transport in tightly sealed, upright containers, segregate from foodstuffs, avoid strong shocks or heat during transport
TSCA: Listed
REACH: Registered
SARA Title III: Not listed as hazardous
California Proposition 65: Not listed
Other Regulatory Listings: Check local, state, and national requirements for handling and disposal
Labeling Requirements: Hazard symbols according to GHS, warning signals as per OSHA standards
Worker Notification: Inform of potential health risks, safe work practices, and use of personal protective equipment
