Product Name: 2-Propylimidazole
CAS Number: 4209-21-8
Synonyms: 2-Propyl-1H-imidazole, Imidazole, 2-propyl-
Recommended Use: Laboratory reagent, intermediate in chemical synthesis
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Emergency Phone Number: Emergency hotline listed by the supplier for spill, exposure, or health hazards
Classification: Harmful if swallowed, causes skin irritation, causes serious eye irritation
Label Elements: GHS pictograms for corrosion and exclamation mark
Hazard Statement(s): May cause respiratory tract irritation, acute toxicity to aquatic life
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, use protective equipment, do not breathe dust or vapors
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, eye contact, skin absorption
Signal Word: Warning
Chemical Name: 2-Propylimidazole
CAS Number: 4209-21-8
Concentration: 97–100%
Impurities: May contain minor residual solvents or trace-level byproducts depending on production route
Molecular Formula: C6H10N2
Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air, keep comfortable, seek medical advice if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical help if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with running water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, medical evaluation if discomfort continues
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, never induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel, call poison control or doctor right away
Important Symptoms: Irritation, headache, nausea, respiratory discomfort, redness, possible allergic response
Medical Attention: Immediate if symptoms after exposure are severe, persistent, or involve breathing difficulty, ingestion, or extensive skin/eye contact
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam for small fires
Hazards from Combustion: Emits toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides and carbon oxides
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective gear with self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Information: Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray to prevent pressure build-up
Personal Precautions: Use personal protection such as gloves, goggles, and lab coat
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, surface water, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Ventilate area, contain spill with absorbent material like sand or vermiculite, collect in labeled container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash the area with plenty of water and detergent after cleanup
Emergency Procedures: Evacuate non-essential personnel and address ventilation
Precautions: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid inhalation, and direct contact
Handling Information: Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using, avoid dust generation, keep containers tightly closed
Storage Conditions: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated place, keep away from incompatible materials such as oxidizers
Special Packaging: Use containers resistant to organic chemicals, label all containers properly
Other Measures: Keep inventory tightly controlled, restrict access to trained personnel
Occupational Exposure Limits: Not established for this compound; minimize exposure as a general practice
Engineering Controls: Work in fume hood, use mechanical exhaust ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile gloves, lab coat, chemical goggles, face protection
Respiratory Protection: Use NIOSH-approved respirator if ventilation is inadequate
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Odor: Slight, amine-like smell
pH: Not available
Melting Point: 35–37°C
Boiling Point: 184–187°C
Flash Point: 80–84°C
Solubility: Soluble in water and most polar organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Low at room temperature
Density: ~1.01 g/cm³
Viscosity: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard conditions of temperature and pressure
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents and acids
Hazardous Decomposition: Produces carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides with heat or fire
Polymerization: Not known to polymerize
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, exposure to light
Likely Routes of Exposure: Skin and eye contact, inhalation of dust or vapors, accidental ingestion
Acute Effects: Eye and skin irritation, respiratory tract irritation, headache, possible nausea after large exposures
Chronic Effects: No long-term studies available, repeated exposure may increase skin or respiratory sensitivity
LD50 (oral, rat): Data not available, treat as harmful;
Symptoms of Overexposure: Redness, itching, difficulty breathing, dizziness, gastrointestinal discomfort
Carcinogenic Status: Not listed as carcinogen by NTP, IARC, or OSHA
Environmental Fate: Not extensively studied, but likely water-soluble and may pose risk to aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: May degrade slowly in environment
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to aquatic life, do not allow into waterways
Bioaccumulation: Low potential
Mobility in Soil: Expected to be mobile due to water solubility
Waste Disposal: Gather in a suitable, sealed and labeled container for disposal by a licensed chemical waste contractor
RCRA Hazardous Waste: Consult local, regional, national regulations to determine classification
Methods for Disposal: Incinerate in an approved facility or dispose of in a chemical landfill as allowed by local rules
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse before recycling or dispose of as hazardous waste
UN Number: Not regulated under most international transport regulations (IATA, IMDG, DOT); check specifics with latest shipping updates
Proper Shipping Name: 2-Propylimidazole or lab chemical, not otherwise specified
Packaging Group: Varies by jurisdiction
Special Precautions: Ensure package integrity, avoid leaks, label with hazard pictograms if required by local law
TSCA Status: Listed or exempt
ECHA REACH: Check with suppliers for compliance, not registered for high volume use
OSHA/WHMIS Classification: General laboratory chemical; not classified as extremely hazardous
SARA Title III: Not listed as extremely hazardous, but best practices require notification if quantities exceed thresholds
State Regulations: Check individual state/local chemical inventory and hazard lists
