Product Identification
【Product Name】Tetraethylammonium iodide
【Synonyms】Tetamon iodide；四乙基碘化铵
【CAS】68-05-3
【Formula】C8H20IN
【Molecular Weight】257.14999999999998
【EINECS】200-676-9
【RTECS】BS7365000
【RTECS Class】Other
【Beilstein/Gmelin】3562649
【Beilstein Reference】4-04-00-00331

Physical and Chemical Properties
【Appearance】White powder.
【Melting Point】300℃
【Density】1.566 g/cm3

First Aid Measures
【Ingestion】If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
【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. 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 immediately.

Handling and Storage
【Storage】Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
【Handling】Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Hazards Identification
【Ingestion】The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
【Inhalation】The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Inhalation of dust may cause respiratory tract irritation.
【Skin】No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found.
【Eyes】No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects was found.
【EC Risk Phrase】R 22 36/37/38
【EC Safety Phrase】S 26 36/37/39
【UN (DOT)】2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
【Personal Protection】Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety ggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
【Respirators】Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Fire Fighting Measures
【Fire Fighting】Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Accidental Release Measures
【Small spills/leaks】Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions.

Stability and Reactivity
【Stability】Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
【Incompatibilities】Strong oxidizing agents
【Decomposition】Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, ammonia and/or derivatives, nitrogen, hydrogen iodide, sodium oxide.

Transport Information
【UN Number】2811