4,4-Dimethoxypiperidine Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)

Identification

Product Name: 4,4-Dimethoxypiperidine
Chemical Formula: C7H15NO2
Synonyms: 1,1-Dimethoxy-4-azacyclohexane, 4,4-Dimethoxyhexahydropyridine
CAS Number: 4431-85-8
Recommended Use: Research and laboratory chemicals, intermediate for organic synthesis
Manufacturer/Supplier: Lab/research supplier (fill with actual company as applicable)
Emergency Contact: Local and national emergency services, poison control center
Phone Number: Enter local company emergency number
Address: Enter actual supplier location

Hazard Identification

GHS Classification: Not fully classified due to incomplete hazard data; use caution, avoid ingestion, inhalation, or skin contact
Main Hazards: Irritation to eyes and skin, potential respiratory tract irritation, harmful if swallowed
Label Elements: Warning pictogram—exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: May cause irritation to eyes and skin, may be harmful if swallowed, may cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or vapors, wash skin thoroughly after handling, wear protective gloves and eye protection, use local exhaust ventilation

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical Name: 4,4-Dimethoxypiperidine
Concentration: ≥98%
CAS Number: 4431-85-8
Impurities/Additives: None identified above 1% except trace impurities related to manufacture

First Aid Measures

General Advice: Move individual away from exposure, seek medical attention
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, monitor breathing, give oxygen if needed
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, seek advice if irritation continues
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing, seek medical help
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, drink water if conscious, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical help
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically, support vital functions

Fire-Fighting Measures

Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, or alcohol-resistant foam
Special Hazards: Burning may generate toxic fumes including carbon oxides and nitrogen oxides
Firefighting Procedures: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing, avoid inhaling fumes, keep upwind
Advice for Firefighters: Wear positive-pressure breathing apparatus and full protective suit, prevent runoff from entering drains

Accidental Release Measures

Personal Protection: Wear gloves, goggles, lab coat, and proper respiratory protection
Environmental Precaution: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe, do not allow to enter waterways
Methods for Cleaning Up: Absorb with inert material like sand or vermiculite, scoop up, transfer to proper waste container, ventilate area
Decontamination: Rinse area with water after removal, dispose of waste according to local regulations

Handling and Storage

Safe Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, avoid generating dust, use in a chemical fume hood
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed container, cool and dry place, well-ventilated area
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids
Specific Storage Requirements: Keep away from sources of ignition, keep container tightly closed, label all containers clearly

Exposure Controls / Personal Protection

Engineering Controls: Use in well-ventilated area, fume hood, eye wash station and safety shower on site
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure values
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Chemical-resistant gloves, tight-fitting safety goggles, lab coat, use of dust mask or respirator recommended
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling, change contaminated clothing, do not eat, drink, or smoke during use

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid or solid
Odor: Mild, amine-like
Melting Point: 31–35°C
Boiling Point: 204–208°C
Flash Point: Data not available
Solubility: Soluble in water, alcohols, and most organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Data not available
Density: 1.03–1.06 g/cm3
pH: Data not available
Partition Coefficient: Data not available
Viscosity: Data not available

Stability and Reactivity

Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions
Chemical Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, acids
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, direct sunlight, sources of ignition, strong acids, strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen oxides
Polymerization: Will not occur

Toxicological Information

Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, ingestion, eye contact
Acute Health Effects: Irritation to eyes, skin, respiratory tract
Chronic Effects: No long-term studies; repeat exposure may cause dermatitis; data are limited
LD50 / LC50: Not established for this compound
Carcinogenicity: No component listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA as known carcinogen
Mutagenicity / Teratogenicity: No data available
Other Effects: May cause discomfort if ingested in large amounts

Ecological Information

Toxicity to Aquatic Organisms: Not completely studied; precaution warranted
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable; environmental persistence possible
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate significantly
Mobility in Soil: Likely mobile due to water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Prevent release to the environment, not expected to be highly hazardous but environmental data are sparse

Disposal Considerations

Waste Disposal: Dispose of waste material via approved chemical waste disposal contractor
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse, puncture to prevent re-use, dispose in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations
Disposal Methods: As hazardous waste in accordance with regulatory requirements, incineration preferred
Special Precautions: Do not allow entry into watercourses or soil

Transport Information

UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Chemical, not otherwise specified
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not regulated
Environmental Hazards: None known for transport
Special Precautions: Keep containers upright and secure, transport in compliance with local and international safety laws

Regulatory Information

International Inventories: Check substance on country-specific inventories such as TSCA, REACH, DSL, EINECS
OSHA Status: Not regulated
SARA Title III: Not listed
California Prop 65: None of the components are listed as causing cancer or reproductive harm
Workplace Classification: Substance for professional, research, or industrial use only
Other Regulation: Users must follow current local, regional, and federal chemical safety regulations